Yellow Wood Sorrel vs. Clover (What’s The Difference?)
Because they look so similar at certain times during the year, yellow wood sorrel and clover are often confused for one another. While clover is often considered to be a…
The Difference Between Goldenrod vs. Ragweed
It’s late summer and the last of the warm weather flowers are blooming – so are your allergies. Goldenrod and ragweed are growing side by side along the road and…
4 Things You Can Do With A Permaculture Design Certificate
Permaculture design can be viewed as engineering using biological elements and natural forces. It can be difficult finding a straight answer on the full scope of opportunities and if a…
How To Start A Permaculture Nursery
There's a growing interest in permaculture, prompted by influential books, charismatic case studies, and the wonders of growing abundance from the bare earth. But nurseries are special cases requiring the…
How To Take and Propagate Elderberry Cuttings
Elderberries make a great addition to any garden. Not only are they beautiful with fragrant blossoms, but the berries themselves are packed full of nutrition and a delicious flavor that…
10 Popular (Easy To Grow) Plants For Permaculture
Permaculture isn’t just a trend; it is a way of life for many. Sure, some people do it for social media likes and woke points. But there are those, such…
What’s The Differences Between Agroforestry And Permaculture?
Agroforestry and permaculture are distinct but complementary approaches. These approaches aim to create sustainable relations between people and nature. Though closely related, agroforestry and permaculture are not the same. Agroforestry…
7 Reasons Why Your Squash Is So Small You Must Know About!
Many gardeners have experienced the disappointment of harvesting tiny squash from plants they've spent months growing and caring for. Luckily, there are ways to ensure that your plants produce larger…
How To Keep Organic Strawberries Fresh: A Quick Guide
There is nothing better than a freshly picked strawberry. They’re so juicy and sweet with just the right texture. The problem is, not everyone can have a garden full of…
Honey Locust vs Black Locust: What’s The Difference Between Both
The Honey Locust and the Black Locust are both considered invasive species of trees. The Honey locust, or Gleditsia triacanthos, is native to central North America, while the Black Locust,…
5 Possible Reasons Why Your Peaches Are Tasteless
It feels like over the years, peaches have really lost their flavor. So many people remember the fruit being so juicy it caused a huge mess while they were kids,…
How To Prune Blackcurrant Bushes The Right Way: A Quick Guide
The growing and importation of blackcurrants and other currants were banned in many parts of the US for almost a century as they were believed to help spread a fungus…
How To Grow, Control, and Use Bamboo On The Homestead
Bamboos are the easiest to grow on your homestead as they don’t have a lot of requirements. As long as the ground is fertile and the climate is neither too…
10 Edible Plants That Grow In Shade You Must Know About!
A common gardener's dilemma is how to grow an edible garden in the shade. During my arduous gardening journey, I learned a few cardinal rules to follow if you want…
9 Reasons Why Your Passion Fruit Isn’t Ripening!
Passion fruits are a delicious summer fruit that many people enjoy worldwide, so it can be highly disappointing when your Passion fruit is not ripening like you thought it would…
Growing Hazelnut in your Permaculture Food Forest: A Complete Guide
We love hazelnuts because, aside from being the key ingredient in Nutella, they are multipurpose. As a permaculture homesteader, planting the hazelnut is not just great for your food forest;…