What are good plants for clay soil? What is clay soil? If you've been wondering if you have clay soil, let me help you figure that out. We'll go through everything there is to know about this kind of soil and what plants will grow well in it on your own homestead. …Continue Reading
Soil Improvement
40 Drought Tolerant Plant Ideas for your Homestead’s Landscape
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Are you looking for drought tolerant plant ideas to start your own garden in the heat? Maybe your area does not get a lot of water and you're looking for water wise ideas. I've compiled quite a few desert botanical garden ideas to get your homestead started. …Continue Reading
The Magnificent Orange Peel | Clever Homestead Uses for Citrus Peels
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Looking for Uses for Orange Peels on the Homestead Front? You'll love these 30 wonderful uses for citrus peels and orange peels. The next time you eat an orange, think before you toss. …Continue Reading
63 Things To Never Throw Away [2nd Edition] | Homesteading
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Never throw away these 63 items. A true homesteader knows how to recycle, save these goods for reuse and save your money in the long run. Here's our updated list of 63 things to never throw away when you're cleaning up! 63 Things To Never Throw Away As A Homesteader [2nd Edition] Upcycling and repurposing can save you a lot of money and make good use of items you …Continue Reading
Vermicomposting | Fertilize With Worm Castings
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Vermicomposting is worming its way onto farms everywhere. Here’s why you should fertilize with worm castings, and how to grow your own worm composting unit. Vermicomposting For The Homestead I’m always looking for new ways on the farm to reuse, recycle and repurpose, and there’s nothing I love more than an opportunity to reduce the amount of waste we produce. The other thing …Continue Reading
