Learn the basics of composting in this video! Understand the benefits of layering your organic material, how much carbon and nitrogen to mix, and what size an ideal compost heap should be.
Learn the basics of getting started with seeds. How to harvest and store seeds. Covered in this video are potatoes, corn, garlic and beets. Learn how to test for germination, and the basics of heritage seeds.
Soil is the most valuable asset in our gardens, treat it well! Learn how to put your garden away in the fall so that you'll have healthy happy soil for next year's growing season. Unlearn some of those bad habits you've been taught. Learn the soil rules!
Learn how to make organic fertilizer. Follow the step-by-step guide, and learn about the four ingredients to make your own organic, chemical-free fertilizer. Your garden will love this natural super-food!
Learn how to build a portable greenhouse for less than $50. Using a few simple tools, and some pre-cut pieces of PVC pipe and rebar, you'll have your portable greenhouse up and running in no time. Accelerate and lengthen your growing season with this simple, effective design.
Every year there’s this lump in my throat as spring approaches.
I’m jacked up as blossoms emerge, the grass starts to green up and our bees start to forage.
However, the ‘to do’ items are so plentiful that the wonder and vibrancy of spring can be drowned out on our little farm. Rather than me embracing spring I can start to...
