It does not matter whether you have a large property, a tiny garden, or no garden at all, container gardening is a great solution for growing a range of different plants. Blueberries are one edible crop that does well when grown in containers, so in this article, we'll take a look at how to grow blueberries in pots. Related Reading: 20 Fruit Canes Or Bushes To Grow In Your Garden Why Grow Blueberries in Pots? Blueberries are a great crop to grow. They are incredibly good for you – … [Read more...] about How To Grow Blueberries In Pots
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Annuals, Biennials and Perennials – 3 Plant Types You Need To Know
It all starts with a dream and a plan to buy some land, or move into a homestead out in the country, all of a sudden having more land than you know what to do with, and what is the first thing you do? You get chickens. A whole flock of egg-laying birds that are the promise of many wonderful breakfasts and pancakes to come. But you can't live on eggs alone, so most people will decide to take it one step further and plant a garden. This gives you access to fresh greens and vegetables … [Read more...] about Annuals, Biennials and Perennials – 3 Plant Types You Need To Know
18 Perennial Veggies You Can Plant Once and Harvest For Years
Nature is incredibly diverse, just as it is full of overflowing abundance. We don't always see it, though it is there. And yet, we often limit ourselves to a handful of well-known fruits and vegetables. The beginner gardener often plants the crops she or he loves the most, be it tomatoes, corn, beans, pumpkins, peppers or herbs. All of them easy to grow with a little patience and love. At some point, your garden and your homesteading skills need to expand, there is no other way around … [Read more...] about 18 Perennial Veggies You Can Plant Once and Harvest For Years
Top 10 Homesteading And Gardening Books To Read In 2020
Knowledge is power. And if your aim in life is to be a self-reliant gardener and/or homesteader, there are plenty of essential skills to learn! The homesteading experience often starts with growing a small garden full of tomatoes, peppers and herbs. In ways that are unknown, this inevitably leads to raising chickens for eggs. At some point, fresh milk is a must, so is creating compost, making natural soaps, planting an orchard, curing bacon and preserving your harvest through dehydrating … [Read more...] about Top 10 Homesteading And Gardening Books To Read In 2020
10 Reasons To Grow Calendula and 15 Calendula Recipes
Calendula (Calendula officinalis), also known as Pot Marigold, is a great plant for many gardens. Whether you are an experienced gardener, or a true beginner, calendula are easy to grow. In fact, they are great low-maintenance plants – that quite frankly thrive on neglect. As we will discuss in this article, there are a great many reasons to grow them. They not only cheer up your outside spaces with their sunny color. They also have a range of practical uses in your garden, in … [Read more...] about 10 Reasons To Grow Calendula and 15 Calendula Recipes
7 Reasons To Use Bone Meal Fertilizer In The Garden
You want the best garden soil possible, and sometimes that means using a little creativity when it comes to sourcing soil amendments. If you’ve been questioning how to use bone meal in the garden, then it’s time to learn whether this substance can help you grow healthier, more productive plants. Let’s look at the pros and cons of bone meal so you can decide whether it makes sense for your growing strategy. What is Bone Meal? As the name implies, bone meal is a fine powder … [Read more...] about 7 Reasons To Use Bone Meal Fertilizer In The Garden