Gardening

Getting the Garden ready in the Spring

Gardening This post shares how I approach planning and planting a homestead garden in a cooler climate, along with links to the methods I rely on year after year. I am so looking forward to getting out and do some gardening, it’s been a long winter with lots of cold and snow this year. On … Read more

Vegetable Garden Layout Plans

Vegetable garden layout plan drawn on paper for planting

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

The Importance of Crop Rotation in an Organic Vegetable Garden

Crop rotation planning 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