Be it a flower or a vegetable, gardens are a wonderful place to introduce children to growing plants and enjoying nature. Gardens should be a
Tag: Garden
Easy Peasy Homemade Blueberry Jam
I love making jam. There is nothing like popping open a jar of jam in the deed of winter and tasting all that yummy summer
Ladybug Release and Care Tips
Ladybugs have been valued as farmer’s helpers since medieval times, so it was only logical when we decided to combat our aphid problems this year,
Why You Need to Make a Toad Abode
Sadly, most folks aren’t very keen on toads. Many consider them ugly and gross. People avoid them because of the myth that a toad can
How to store Garlic, Onions and Tators (long term)
Weather you grow your own or buy in bulk, you will be faced with how to properly store garlic, onions and potatoes long term. There
Time for Fall Vegetable Gardening!
I know, I know…. But it is still summer! But now is the time to get your fall vegetable garden growing before Mother Nature sends
Homemade Bee Condo (For Mason Bees)
I know a few of you are thinking “why would you want to build a bee condo!?!?” Well, because if you garden, plants need to
Mosquito Repelling Plants
Spring is here and summer is right around the corner, and that means more time outside enjoying nature, gardening, and BBQs with friends. That also
Ring of Fire Hot Pepper Collection
I really enjoy gardening, the smell of the dirt, the feel of it on your hands, ahhh, the joy of spring time. Recently Clovers Garden
“Christmas in November” Giveaway
I am so excited to team up with Mary from Mary’s Heirloom Seeds to celebrate her reaching 7,000 likes on Facebook! In honor of this
How to Can Green Beans. Yes You Can!
A few years back, my mother gifted to me her old (aka missing pieces) pressure canner. After purchasing a few parts we had that bad
What Tators Taught Me
The potato is an important staple food in many peoples’ diets. Potatoes are rich in vitamins B and C, potassium, protein, complex carbohydrates, and fiber.
Why Urban Farms Matter
Recently the oldest country kid brought home a flyer from 4H for a free event at an urban farm that is located within driving distance
Easy Fabric Flower Pot
I like terra cotta pots as much as the next farm girl, but they can tend to be a little on the boring side some
Homemade Garden Markers
Every year we plant a garden. Every year I try to label everything, so we can remember when things come up, what they are. But