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06/16/2020
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By Mary Miller
Home gardening basics: How to build an herb spiral
If you want to grow your own produce but have limited space to do so, consider building your very own herb spiral. Instead of having a regular garden bed, why not have a garden bed that winds around itself in order to maximize space and resources? Here’s what you need to know about building your […]
05/08/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Fast-growing vegetables to plant in your home garden during the coronavirus pandemic
As many homeowners in America are starting to realize, now is a good time to start a home garden since the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is starting to disrupt food supply chains throughout the world. To make the most of your home garden, follow the tips below and plant fast-growing vegetables to ensure that you have access to fresh produce […]
03/14/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
Homesteading 101: How to make your own survival garden (and 5 vegetables to plant)
Whether you’re hunkering down in your home or bugging out in a remote location, it’s important to keep yourself fed and healthy. One common prepping strategy is simply stockpiling enough food to sustain you and your family for as long as it can. However, no food can last forever. This is where having a survival […]
11/29/2019
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By Darnel Fernandez
Learn from the experts: 3 Amazing individuals who lived off the grid
The thought of living off-grid may seem daunting, but this sort of lifestyle can allow you to connect with nature and learn responsibility through self-sustainable living. The comfort and convenience of modern technology have made people dependent on it instead of using it to promote independence. Living off-grid refers to living without public utilities. This […]
10/30/2019
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By Edsel Cook
The many survival uses of luffa
Preppers may want to cultivate a private supply of luffa gourds. Not only would it reduce dependence on commercial products, but using the result of honest labor also instills a feeling of accomplishment in anyone. Luffa, or loofah, is a regular sight in the bath and beauty product sections of a grocery. It is usually […]
09/19/2019
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By Zoey Sky
No direct sunlight? No problem! Here are 15 vegetables you can grow in the shade
If you’re an aspiring gardener but your backyard receives little to no sunlight, don’t despair. By making small changes and doing your research, you can still grow fresh vegetables in a shade garden. (h/t to FoodStorageMoms.com) What is a shade garden? If you have a shade garden, you can grow vegetables that will thrive even […]
09/09/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Making and cultivating a garden on your own – no more grocery shopping, ever
Home gardening is considered by many as one of the most rewarding hobbies. It lets you exercise (especially if you do most tasks by hand) and helps you save money on groceries. But how do you start cultivating a garden in your backyard? (h/t to AYearWithoutTheGroceryStore.com) Cultivating your own garden means you can grow fresh fruits and […]
09/03/2019
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By Janine Acero
Prepping and self-sufficiency: Knowledge and time management skills are just as important as the size of your homestead
A self-reliant lifestyle implies that you have most of what you need right in your home and around your property. This means owning a sufficient amount of land for your garden, growing fruit trees, and raising your own livestock. So just how much land does it take to live an entirely self-sufficient life? Tara Dodrill […]
08/27/2019
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By Zoey Sky
5 Garden hacks to boost production and reduce loss
Home gardening involves some trial and error to determine which methods work for you. But gardening doesn’t have to be a chore. Here are some hacks that you can try to make things easier as you cultivate your plants. (h/t to OldWorldGardenFarms.com) Plant with a post hole digger. Post hole diggers are versatile tools. Aside from […]
08/12/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Leftover inspiration: Look in your fridge for ideas for your next gardening project
A good prepper knows how to make the most of any item in his home. In the case of kitchen scraps like vegetable leftovers, you may turn them into a new source of food by regrowing them in a little soil or even a glass of water. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) Many vegetables regrow easily. Just […]
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