Herbs are a great addition to any garden, both for their culinary and medicinal uses. But before you can enjoy the fruits of your herb garden, you need to know how to grow them! Keep reading for a step-by-step guide on how to grow four popular herbs: basil, rosemary, thyme, and lavender. Basil Basil is …
Growing corn is a simple and rewarding process, whether you’re planting a small patch in your backyard or cultivating a larger field. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to grow corn, including information on site selection, planting, care, and harvesting. 1. Selecting a Site – Where To Plant Corn When selecting a site for growing …
What is a Mycelium? Mycelium is the vegetative part of a fungus or fungus-like bacterial colony, consisting of a mass of branching, threadlike hyphae. Mycelia are found in and on soil and many other surfaces. They are an important contributing factor in biogeochemical cycles, such as the decomposition of organic matter and nutrient uptake by …
Have you ever wanted to grow your own strawberries? Maybe you’ve tried before and failed, or maybe you’ve never even attempted it. Growing strawberries is actually quite easy, as long as you know a few tips and tricks. Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about how to grow delicious strawberries, step by …
Benefits From Raw Honey Raw organic honey has a long list of benefits that make it a great addition to your diet. From helping to fight allergies to boosting your immune system, raw honey is a powerful superfood. Let’s take a closer look at some of the benefits from raw honey. Healthline lists 8 benefits. …
How To Grow Apple Trees From Seeds. Stratifying Method. Although apples are not typically propagated by seed, it is possible to grow an apple tree from a seed. One way to grow apple trees from seeds is by stratifying the seeds. This means that you need to subject the seeds to a period of cold …
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Become a No Till Farmer No-till farming is a type of farming that doesn’t require tilling, or the breaking up, turning over and aerating of soil. This means no plowing or digging equipment is used. Instead of tilling, farmers plant seeds using special no-till planting equipment. The goal of no-till farming is to reduce soil …
A sourdough starter is a fermented mixture of flour and water that’s used to make sourdough bread. It’s also sometimes called a sourdough culture. While you can buy a sourdough starter from a bakery or online, it’s easy (and more economical) to make your own starter at home. All you need is some flour, water, …
Are you interested in raising honey bees but don’t know where to start? You’re in luck! This blog post will give you everything you need to know about how to raise honey bees for beginners. Keep reading to learn about the steps you need to take to get started. According to USDA.gov Honeybee population are …
The word “homesteading” conjures up different images for different people. For some, it brings to mind a family farmstead from the early 1900s. For others, it hearkens back to the Homestead Act of 1862. And still for others, it simply refers to a self-sufficient lifestyle off the grid. So, What does homesteading mean? In its …