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4 Easy Perennial Herbs To Grow for Beginners
If you’re new to gardening and wondering where to start, the answer is simple: grow herbs. Herbs are some of the easiest, most rewarding plants for beginners. They’re low-maintenance, adaptable,…
What It’s Really Like to Own Chickens as a Beginner (Backyard Chicken Reality Check)
Everyone says owning chickens is easy, and for the most part it is relatively easy. They’re fairly low maintenance, but still require work just like any pet. When we moved…
How to Grow Kidney Beans (Planting, Care & Harvest Tips)
Kidney beans (also known as red beans) are a staple in most pantries. For us, we use them all year round in every sort of dish from chili to burritos…
How To Prep Your Strawberry Patch for Winter (Zone 5-6)
As the nights lengthen and light frosts are upon us, prepping your strawberry bed in late autumn can mean the difference between a slim harvest and one that bursts into…
How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds (Crispy, Easy & No Soggy Seeds)
Pumpkin seeds are a crunchy, nutritious snack packed with healthy fats, protein, and iron. In this guide, I’ll show you exactly how to make crispy oven roasted pumpkin seeds. From…
How To Collect Basil Seeds For An Endless Harvest
Basil is one of those herbs you can never have enough of in the garden. Whether it’s tossed fresh into a salad, layered into pasta sauce, or blended into pesto,…