3 Dirt-Cheap Mulches That Will Help Your Garden Flourish

The centuries-old German gardening technique of hugelkultur imitates forest growth, using rotting wood to supply green growth with water, nutrients, beneficial bacteria and fungi. Using hugelkultur practices in tubs, you can produce tasty winter greens. [ … ]

The reason many people choose to build a greenhouse on their homestead or for off-the-grid living is simple: Winter in the cooler climates of the world makes it difficult to remain self-sufficient. Hens stop laying [ … ]

Sweet corn takes up more garden space than most crops and it’s also fairly demanding in terms of moisture and nutrients. The incomparable taste of freshly-picked corn, though, is enough to encourage gardeners to continue [ … ]