Learn how to grow garlic from a clove. Once planted, one clove will yield an entire bulb. Growing garlic is easy. It’s low maintenance and perfect for beginners. In addition, it doesn’t take a lot … Read more
For crisp stalks full of flavor, read these tips for how to grow celery. You’ll want to ensure it isn’t watery, bitter or too stringy. Beginners should start by growing from grocery store celery. Experienced … Read more
Learn what attracts mice and rats to your home and yard so you can prevent an infestation. These critters are very destructive. It’s easier and less expensive to keep them away than to get rid … Read more
Silver Laced Wyandottes have been around since the 1800s. They were bred in the US to lay consistently throughout the year. Today, they’re excellent chickens for both egg-laying and their desirable meat that bares yellowish … Read more
The Dominique chicken is said to be one of the oldest chicken breeds in America. They are excellent dual-purpose chickens, used for their brown eggs and also as a source of hearty meat. Dominiques are … Read more
Cochin chickens aren’t very good egg layers but they will lay during cold seasons when other breeds stop. It’s easy to spot a cochin chicken in a coop. These are big and fluffy birds. The … Read more
If ever there was a “queen of chickens,” it would be the Brahma chicken because of its great size, majestic plumage, and dual purpose for eggs and meat (heavy roasters or capons). Brahmas are a … Read more
Wyandotte chicken is a dual-purpose breed. It’s best known for laying brown eggs and delicious tasting meat. It’s one of the most popular backyard chickens in the United States. Wyandottes are hardy, healthy and friendly … Read more
If you’ve been considering leaving the city, you’re in good company. While moving out of urban areas isn’t new, in recent months, as people changed routines, it made many people reflect on priorities differently. Many … Read more
Learn how to get rid of creeping charlie. This insidious weed is often referred to as ground ivy. It’s a fast-growing, invasive vining ivy. It thrives and spreads in moist and shady areas. If you have plants … Read more
How to get rid of rats in house fast ~ As the weather turns colder, rats can infest your home and cause costly damage. This time of year, they seek warmth, shelter, food, and a … Read more
Kaffir lime and kaffir lime leaves are popular ingredients in Asian food and other cuisine. With an excellent flavor profile, the fruit and leaves have many culinary uses. You can grow kaffir lime trees indoors … Read more
The sycamore tree is a shade tree. They can grow 70 – 100 feet and sometimes higher. Sycamores need lots of space to grow. You’ll often see them in parks and lining streets. They are … Read more
A water pressure regulator controls the pressure of water that comes into the home from the main line. It’s also called a pressure-reducing valve or PRV for short. Water pressure regulators are installed where the … Read more
Soybean plants grow soybeans, which are legumes. They are easy to grow in warm season months. The beans take approximately 80 days to harvest. Soybeans are an annual crop, popular in the midwestern United States. … Read more
Commonly called Frangipani, plumeria is best known as the flowers in Hawaiian leis. Plumeria flowers are fragrant and waxy. They have long and leathery green leaves. You can grow them as small trees, shrubs, or … Read more
The best battery powered lawn mower can help you transition to more efficient yard work. With a cordless mower, you have ease of use. Charge the battery, and your mower will be ready when you … Read more
Winter vegetables allow you to get the most out of your gardens year-round. As you begin to approach the time of year where your gardens change, you’ll need to find cold-hardy vegetables. They are also … Read more
Raising cattle is on your homestead is a way to earn money and provide for your family. One breed to consider is Scottish Highland cattle. They produce excellent quality beef and are very hardy, easy … Read more
With this complete guide on how to grow truffles, you will be able to harvest these great little treats each year! If you have ever sat down at a restaurant and tried a specially-prepared truffle, … Read more