I am so happy to announce my ebook, Chickens in the Backyard: Beginner’s Guide to Raising Chickens, is finished! And yes, this ebook is FREE. I spent tons of time organizing, researching, and writing down amazing tips and strategies for raising chickens in your backyard. JUST FOR YOU. This ebook covers everything from taking care […]
When the warm weather hits, there are many people who love to kick back and enjoy a refreshing slice of sweet and juicy watermelon. Purchasing large watermelons from the store is one option but perhaps something better would be to grow your own personal crop to pick anytime you please. Growing watermelon does not have […]
Herbs are a wonderful part of any garden. They offer a great display of color and texture while also releasing delightful scents into the air. Starting a herb garden is a wonderful opportunity to be self sufficient. Most herbs are ideal for beginner gardeners, and most gardeners whether they’re beginners or not, love to grow […]
Cucumbers, better known as cukes, need plenty of space to grow deep into the ground and lots of sun. Cucumber plants should be planted away from moisture-robbing plants such as bushes, trees or other large plants. Noted most for their use in salads and pickling quality, cucumbers provide a fresh, crisp addition to appetizers, cold […]
Red, green, yellow and purple are all popular colors of bell peppers. This universal vegetable is native to North America and is not only used for cooking, but also decoration. Bell peppers are packed with vitamins including vitamin A and C, and do not lose their potency when cooked. Although bell peppers take much longer […]
Onions are flavorful, healthful and grow best during the cooler seasons. Not only are onions beneficial for fighting disease and many ailments, but they are also easy to grow in the ground as well as in containers. Several varieties of onions are available, and while known for their vitamin content, they are more likely grown […]
Have you started your annual garden or are you a first time gardener? It doesn’t matter whether you’re a veteran or novice gardener, pole beans are easy to grow and will provide variety and a high yield if properly taken care of. Even if you have a small garden or sandy soil, pole beans are […]
Gardening is a great way to be self sufficient. But, where to garden is always the question. Traditionally, people plant gardens in long rows. While that is a feasible way, many of us do not have the space needed to grow the volume of produce we want. Raised bed gardening has become the new way […]
Pak choi (also known as bok choy) is a versatile and nutritious leafy vegetable from the cabbage family. It’s a simple vegetable that’s found in many different Asian dishes and highly recommended for a healthy diet due to the large amounts of vitamins and nutrients that it contains. Since pak choi is a fast maturing […]
One of the best choices to grow in a garden, the yellow crookneck squash provides delicious flavor to many dishes during the summer season. This particular squash belongs to the cucurbita species along with other favorites like pumpkins and zucchinis, and is one of the top summer squash to grow in the garden because its […]
Growing your own juicy tomatoes can be a very rewarding experience. Not only will you be able to pick fresh fruits anytime you like from the garden, but you will also have the satisfaction knowing that your tomatoes are clean and safe from harmful chemicals. Tomatoes are among the most popular fruits to grow and […]
