Many are entering the world of container gardening now because in most cases, it is much less labor-intensive. However, a poorly designed garden container will have much more labor input than a well-designed one. The EarthBox container gardening system has been around since 1994 and has been implemented all over the world. We will explore…
Some think a homestead has to be a large piece of property, but a smart homesteader can enjoy all the benefits of the homestead lifestyle without the expense of a large land purchase. For many, starting a small scale homestead is much more attainable, and desirable. Small scale homesteading is a self-reliant way of life…
Homesteading is a lifestyle of doing. There are many skills a homesteader needs to insure the success of their operation. There is always something on the homestead that needs to be repaired, plowed, planted or preserved. The skills to do what needs to be done are varied, and we are not born with them. They…
Using a greenhouse to extend your growing season is a smart idea. A greenhouse can be used in just about any Climate Zone in the US, and all over the world. But where is the best place to put it on your property? To get the optimum value from a greenhouse, it’s length should be…
Blackberries are one of the most nutritious fruits you can grow, and one of the tastiest. Using these simple techniques, you’ll be able to propagate your own plants from cuttings quickly and easily. FREE PLANTS! The propagation of blackberry plants can be done easily using cuttings from the parent plant. Using a rooting hormone and…
Raising sheep is becoming a popular pastime for American Homesteaders and Ranchers. One of the reasons for this is the rise of Hair Sheep breeds. Many are abandoning the traditional woolly breeds in favor of hair sheep. Here are some reasons why you might want to consider Hair Sheep. Hair sheep do not grow wool,…
Knowing that all or part of the food you place before your family came from your own hands is one of the most rewarding things you will ever experience. There is a satisfaction that comes from taking part in your own food production that is hard to explain, but very real. The Backyard Homesteader is…
Clearing land can be backbreaking work, but there are machines that can save you an enormous amount of time. A Forestry Mulcher is one of those machines. I’ve had a Forestry Mulcher on my property on three different occasions, and I can absolutely recommend that type of service to clear your land. A competent operator…
In a word… YES! I’ve had incredible results using the Back To Eden method. My soil has been transformed from hard red clay to a dark, brown heavenly goodness, and I did it by using the methods outlined in the Back to Eden Film. When the film first came out, I implemented the “deep mulch”…
Blackberries are highly nutritious and contain a wide array of important nutrients including potassium, magnesium, and calcium, as well as vitamins A, C, E and most of our B vitamins. They are also a rich source of powerful antioxidants that give blackberries their deep purple color. Native Americans used many parts of the Blackberry plant…
So, you’re starting a homestead. What do you do first? There are so many things to do. So many things to install. So many things to build. So many things to plant. It can certainly seem daunting. One thing for sure is that you will want to grow food. Why would you want a homestead…