Reviving the lost art of self-reliance, one small step at a time
Companion planting is growing specific herbs, flowers, fruits, and vegetables in close proximity to each other, enhancing the growth of both plants. These 7 herbs and flowers all have excellent pest repelling properties to help your vegetable garden thrive. Here’s how to get started companion planting with herbs.
Companion Planting with Herbs for a More Robust GardenRead More
Discover the best microgreens to grow as well as how to grow microgreens indoors with this handy guide to growing wintertime salads.
Get Fresh: Growing Microgreens Indoors for Year-Round SaladsRead More
Growing sprouts at home is easy to do. It’s a great way to have some freshly harvested produce year round. It takes very little in the way of equipment for growing sprouts, and you can use lentils and mung beans from the supermarket, so long as they are organic. Growing sprouts is an excellent small gardening endeavor.
Elderberry benefits: These berries fight colds, flu, and bacterial infections. Make this elderberry gummies recipe for your family’s health.
Enjoy Elderberry Benefits with DIY Elderberry Gummy CandiesRead More
What you need to know about planting figs, fig tree care, & growing an indoor fig tree. The pretty tropical foliage & sweet harvest make them hard to beat.
These savory pizzelles are light, crispy crackers that you can make right in your kitchen. This recipe can be modified to include your favorite herbs and spices!
These DIY dryer sheets are easy to make, reduce your family’s exposure to toxic chemicals, and save you money.
Homemade Creme de Cacao liqueur is great for gift giving, but be sure to make an extra bottle for you! It makes happy hour happy.
Homemade Creme de Cacao – Chocolate Liqueur for Your Happiest HourRead More
Infused vinegar is super easy to make, especially with berries and small juicy fruit like cherries or pomegranates. Gourmet vinegar makes great gifts, too!
Make Infused Vinegar at Home for Gourmet Flavor on the CheapRead More
