So, you’ve got some baby chicks — maybe quail or chickens — and now you’re wondering where to keep them warm and safe until they grow their feathers. Don’t worry! You don’t need to spend a ton of money on a fancy setup. Let me show you how I built a simple, inexpensive brooder that…
"Come now, let us reason together, says the Lord: though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow."— Isaiah 1:18 (ESV) Yesterday, the first snow of the season fell gently across the homestead. The familiar landscape was transformed. The browns and grays of a fading fall gave way to a clean,…
As the holidays approach, it’s the perfect time to explore indoor gardening. From microgreens to windowsill herbs, you can keep growing fresh, nutritious food even during the darkest days of winter.
As the leaves fall, take advantage of nature’s bounty by collecting them for compost or mulch. Leaf mold is an excellent soil conditioner that improves soil structure, water retention, and nutrient availability, setting your garden up for success next spring.
With the growing season behind us, now is the time to focus on soil health. Sheet mulching, also known as lasagna gardening, is a great way to build soil fertility over the winter by layering organic materials that decompose and enrich the earth.
Listen To The Podcast After a three-month pause, Harold and Rachel hop back on the mics to share an honest update on burnout, boundaries, and what’s been happening off-air. They talk about stepping away from the internet, re-centering on family, and rediscovering inspiration at a healthier pace. Rachel recaps: selling a house, expanding her orchard…
As the fall harvest winds down, it’s time to think about storing your bounty. Consider building a simple root cellar to store root vegetables, apples, and other produce through the winter months. This simple addition can significantly extend the life of your harvest, ensuring a fresh supply of food even in the coldest months.
"For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven." – Ecclesiastes 3:1 As the crisp air of fall settles in and the vibrant colors of summer fade, the garden begins its slow retreat into rest. Plants stop producing as quickly. Leaves turn. The tools find their way back into storage.…
This week, focus on cleaning up your garden and preparing it for winter. Remove dead plants, amend and cover the soil, clean tools, and organize your seed collection, so you’re ready to hit the ground running when spring arrives.
With the growing season winding down, now is the perfect time to reflect on the role of perennials in your permaculture system. Perennials like fruit trees and berry bushes not only provide food but also help build soil with biomass and support biodiversity.
As the first frosts begin to appear, it’s time to consider extending the growing season with cold frames, row cover, or hoop houses. These structures provide protection from frost and can help you keep harvesting well into the colder months.
As the days grow shorter, explore the benefits of creating habitat for overwintering pollinators. Leave some plant stalks and debris standing to provide shelter for bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects.
