Staring at empty supermarket shelves after a late-night grocery run can leave anyone uneasy. The first time I saw the store out of my usual basics, I figured it was just a one-off. Then I started noticing more than just bread or eggs missing. Sometimes it was flour, sometimes canned vegetables, and sometimes even fresh … Read more
Starting seeds off-grid is one of the most satisfying ways to get your garden off to a strong start. It lets you grow the exact vegetables, herbs, and flowers you want—even if your garden is miles away from the nearest garden center. Living off-grid has taught me that a little planning goes a long way. … Read more
I started growing garlic several years ago, but honestly, I had no idea what garlic scapes even were. Worse yet, I didn’t realize I was supposed to remove them from the garlic plants. That probably explains why my garlic bulbs were always smaller than I expected. Once I finally learned to cut the scapes off, … Read more
