As winter begins its long walk toward being over, with the snow finally starting to melt, I got very busy this past weekend. After being cooped up inside all of December, January, and all of February, I wanted to get things done. To anticipate the start of spring. This coming week is supposed to be… Continue reading The Start Of Grow Season 2026
Category: Homesteading
Making A Log and Brush Habitat Pile
If you go for a walk on your land, you might notice a lot of wood that has fallen due to storms. The winds and snow shake out the dead. Once you are snow- and ice-free, it is a great time on a sunny day to collect forest debris. Gets you outside, the sun on… Continue reading Making A Log and Brush Habitat Pile
The Yearly Seed Count
Every winter, I sit down and go through my seed packets and bags. It keeps me occupied when the weather is still winter. I feel like I am accomplishing something, even if my garden is frozen solid. I write down everything and organize it by what is new this year and what goes back 2… Continue reading The Yearly Seed Count
Garden 101: Understanding Onions
Long ago (like 3 homes back), I started growing onions. My first foray into it was a 50/50% success rate. I got lucky with the green onions (scallions), but the regular bulbing onions I planted (an onion set) produced nothing. It took me a couple of years to understand why where you live and variety… Continue reading Garden 101: Understanding Onions
Transplanting Time Tips
Spring comes fast. Just a reminder - a few tips to follow if you are still transplanting in starts (and for me, I am often transplanting 7 months a year!) One of the most important tips above is to do your transplanting in the quiet hours. Very early in the morning, or after the sun… Continue reading Transplanting Time Tips