I’m preparing for a fall & winter garden our the homestead. So, I’ve compiled a list of 20 plants. This should work in most zones but you’ll want to check yours’ to be sure. I live in zone 5 where we have 4 seasons. I will be planting according to the Farmer’s Almanac gardening …
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Gardening can be rough on hands. Here’s a natural, effective cream to keep those homesteading hands soft. Let me know how you enjoy this gardener’s hand cream. Ingredients 4 ounces shea butter 2½ T. jojoba oil 1½ tsp. corn starch or arrowroot powder 5 drops Chamomile essential oil (Get essential oils at wholesale prices) 5 drops …
Have you thought about using Epsom Salts in the garden? Lately, I’ve been finding more and more uses for Epsom Salts. The benefits of Epsom salt aren’t just for your grandma. In fact, there are numerous studies about the benefits of magnesium and sulfate, two major components of Epsom salt. Most people think it’s just …
I have no luck with starting seeds inside. So I decided to try planting my seeds in a milk jug and using it as a cheap greenhouse. Here’s my quick and easy way to start seeds: 1 – Clean some empty milk jugs 2 – Cut all the way around just under the handle …
I’ve searched for a good garden salsa recipe and finally combined a few recipes and added some of my own taste. Ingredients: 7 c chopped cored peeled tomatoes 2 c chopped onion 2 c chopped green peppers 2 chopped jalapeño peppers 3 garlic cloves 1 can tomato paste 1 c apple cider vinegar 1/2 c …