Learn what to plant in March with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! Even if it is still pretty cold where you live, there is probably some gardening you could be doing in March! (Even if it’s just growing windowsill microgreens for a homegrown salad!) That’s good thing because the days are getting noticeably […]
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When To Plant Your Vegetable Garden
Knowing the right time to plant seeds and seedlings in your vegetable garden is important if you’re trying to grow as much food as possible in your homestead garden. Let’s dive deep and learn about how you can know when is the perfect time to plant your garden using our Homesteaders of America Growing Guides! […]
What to Plant in February: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in February with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! While most of the gardens in the United States are still resting, perhaps even insulated under a thick blanket of snow, there are a few southern areas beginning to warm up and will be ready to grow vegetables soon! What to […]
What to Plant in January: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in January with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! While most of the gardens in the United States are still resting, perhaps even insulated under a thick blanket of snow, there are a few southern areas beginning to warm up and will be ready to grow vegetables soon! What to […]
Winter Garden Planning: The Secret to Success
“The most efficient and effective way to guarantee summer success is through planning your garden during the winter.” We are heading into the coldest, bleakest months of the year, but this season has one highlight… something like the gardener’s version of the swallows returning to Capistrano: The arrival of seed catalogs in the mail. The […]
The Basics of Pruning Fruit Trees in Winter
Growing fruit trees has been a lifelong passion. I’ve been growing and pruning fruit trees for most of my life. I planted my first apple tree with my father when I was seven years old. When I was fourteen years old, my first summer job was working at a local orchard with old Mr. Johnson. […]
3 Easy-to-Grow Herbs for the Homestead Garden
Growing herbs is a simple way to improve homestead sustainability for both beginner and seasoned growers. This is because most herbs are simple to grow, harvest, and preserve. They are also multi-purpose plants with culinary, aromatic, and medicinal benefits. If you are looking for a low-maintenance garden addition, consider one of these easy-to-grow herbs. 3 […]
Cultivating Green Thumbs: The Importance of Involving Kids in the Garden
Our society is dominated by screens, sounds, and digital distractions. Each year, it becomes increasingly more important to connect children directly with their food source and instill in them a love of nature. One effective way to do this is by involving kids in the vegetable garden. Not only does gardening provide a hands-on learning […]
Tromboncino: Homegrown Animal Feed
Grow your own animal feed right on the homestead! Learn the benefits and how to grow tromboncino squash as a dual-purpose crop for man or beast. With purchased animal feeds going up in price and even getting scarce, maybe it’s time seriously to consider growing animal feeds ourselves. But if you’ve done any real thinking […]
How to Start Seeds for the Homestead Garden
Do you know how to start seeds for your garden? Seed starting doesn’t have to be complicated. Follow this how-to guide to get started! Is it really necessary to start seeds indoors? Well, no… you can grow food without starting seeds, BUT if you are looking to grow an efficient, sustainable, and highly productive garden, […]