I guess we all new it was just a matter of time before we would be affected by wildfires. For the last few years they are been all around us.
Teresa
Vegetable Seeds for Sale: Choosing the Right Seeds for Your Garden
You can buy vegetable seeds from your local hardware store, feed store, or even the grocery store. But if you’re looking for organic or specialty seeds, it’s worth checking local growers and seed companies that focus on quality and sustainability. Choosing the right seeds at the start of the season plays a big role in … Read more
How to Start an Organic Vegetable Garden
Starting an organic vegetable garden can feel overwhelming at first, but if you’re ready to dig into the soil and grow your own food, you really can do it. Organic gardening does take work, but it’s also incredibly rewarding and well worth every hour spent. Organic gardening isn’t about perfection — it’s about learning, improving … Read more
Vegetable Garden Layout Plans
Vegetable garden layout plans are an important part of successful gardening. Putting your garden plan on paper before you start planting helps you decide what you will grow, where to plant, and how much space you’ll need. A little planning upfront can save time, prevent overcrowding, and lead to healthier plants and better harvests. Planning … Read more
Companion Planting: A Simple Way to Increase Your Garden Harvest
Companion planting can dramatically increase the harvest from your vegetable garden — sometimes in ways that feel almost magical. By planting certain crops together, you can naturally improve plant health, reduce pest problems, and attract beneficial pollinators. Best of all, companion planting allows you to garden without relying on chemical pesticides, making it a perfect … Read more
The Importance of Crop Rotation in an Organic Vegetable Garden
Crop rotation and companion planting are a must if you want to grow an organic vegetable garden successfully. Crop rotation plays a big role in keeping plants healthy and soil productive year after year. With proper crop rotation, vegetables are less susceptible to pests and diseases that live in the soil. Rotating crops also helps … Read more
Off Grid Lighting
Off Grid Lighting Ideas
Nature Power 21030 Hanging Solar Powered LED Shed Light with Remote Control, Black Finish
I purchased this light from Amazon and must say it works better than I ever imagined. I thought it would give us a little light, but it is fantastic.
Our Country Bathroom Outhouse – time to start adding decor
If you have read my last post about the old outhouse, your would probably be surprise to see this thing in one piece. Here it is sitting in it’s new place with a new roof. The roof is actually supplies left over from when we re-roofed the small cabin. Every scrap of material gets used … Read more
Learn How to Make Compost for Your Garden
Do you want to know how to compost, what materials to add to your compost pile, and what kind of bin you need? Learning how to compost is one of the easiest and most affordable ways to improve your garden soil. If you’re growing an organic vegetable garden, compost will quickly become one of the … Read more
Starting Vegetable Garden Seeds
Starting Vegetable Garden Seeds Indoors Starting vegetable seeds indoors is one of the best ways to get a jump on the gardening season—especially if you live in a northern or cooler climate. But when should you actually start your seeds so they’re ready for planting outdoors at the right time? When to Start Vegetable Seeds … Read more