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 […]
Gardening
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, […]
8 Benefits of Mulch in the Garden
Many gardeners believe that mulch is reserved for flower beds surrounding the home to increase curb appeal or for someone using the Back to Eden gardening method. In reality, mulch can be an incredible asset to any garden. Let’s talk about what mulch is and the benefits of mulch in the garden. Uses and Benefits of […]
How to Grow Tomatoes from Seed
Learn how to grow tomatoes from seed and get our top tips for large, strong, healthy plants that will bear abundantly all summer long! Tomatoes are one of a homesteader’s favorite plants to grow in the garden! It’s no wonder when one plant is so prolific, heavily bearing one of the quintessential flavors of summer. […]
What to Plant in December: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in December with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! No matter where you are gardening in America, be sure to read some of the tips for other growing regions in this guide. Even though your garden may be still churning out produce, you will need to take advantage of the […]
Backyard Compost: From Start to Finish
You may already know that backyard compost is the most valuable addition to any garden. You may also know that compost changes soil structure in the very best ways, converting your average garden soil into one that’s friable and fertile. Finished compost adds nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium, making soil nutritionally rich. It acts as a […]
What to Plant in November: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in November with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! Many folks throughout the country have closed down their garden for the growing season and are turning more to indoor activities now that the weather has grown cold. The rest is a welcome break from the garden toil of the past […]
What to Plant in October: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in October with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! With October comes cooler temperatures and even the first frost in many areas of the United States of America. This means another gardening season is in the books. We can kick back and enjoy the literal fruits of our labor. If […]
What to Plant in August: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in August with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! Many gardeners in the country begin to converge in their plans this month and turn their attention to the fall garden. Whether you’re in the deep south and planting another round of tomatoes or are in the northern reaches and tucking […]
What to Plant in June: Vegetable Garden Growing Guide
Learn what to plant in June with Homesteaders of America Vegetable Garden Growing Guides! No matter where you live in America, summer is officially here this month! Even if it is still chilly at night there is something we can all be growing to take control of our own food source and provide our family’s […]