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Sustainable Gardening – Week 8th – 14th Feb 2020

The OWG Garden Guide – Our New “How-To” Page For Gardening Advice!

A really rich collection of how-to articles, separated by topics. I believe there are more to come. https://oldworldgardenfarms.com/2020/02/09/garden-guide-advice-page/

Grow Mushrooms On Compost For A Flavorful Feast

Growing mushrooms onto the compost will not give you only mushrooms. There are a few quite important other benefits. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/grow-mushrooms-on-compost/

How To Succeed When Starting Difficult Seeds

There are seeds of plants that will grow like weeds and there are seeds that are not so easy to start. Dormancy, light, moisture… maybe you know already what I’m talking about. Few useful tips you can find here. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/how-succeed-starting-difficult-seeds/

Landrace Gardening: How To Adapt Your Garden Plants To Local Conditions

Despite there are some affiliate links (not mine! 😉 ) I’ve found the article very interesting – sometimes there is a new approach needed to get the desired outcome. https://misfitgardening.com/landrace-gardening-how-to-adapt-your-garden-plants-to-local-conditions/

How To Make Sauerkraut

And not only sauerkraut – there are many sorts of vegs you can ferment. And you don’t need a lot of space – even a glass or two of canned cucumbers is enough. And it can offer so much fun! https://practicalselfreliance.com/sauerkraut/

Sustainable Gardening – Week 1st – 7th Feb 2020

How To Be A Better Gardener In 2020

These tips are not tehnical. And this is main reason why it is worth to read them… let’s say every other week. https://frustratedgardener.com/2020/02/01/how-to-be-a-better-gardener-in-2020/

Bring Pollinators Into Your Garden

Yes, we all know this… but are we doing it really? Even with very small patch of land you can contribute. https://www.sarahraven.com/articles/bring-pollinators-into-your-garden.htm

Fertilizer numbers: What they mean and how to use them to grow better

I was always wondering about the fertilizer numbers. The meaning was clear… but why they are so different, why the sum is not 100? And yes, when to use which. https://savvygardening.com/fertilizer-numbers/

Making A Living Through Homesteading Workshops

Turning a hobby into career is always very tempting topic. And there is a lady, who did it with her not very big garden in West London. Do you think you can do it too? https://www.hobbyfarms.com/homesteading-workshops-sara-ward-hen-corner/

Drip Irrigation for Beginners

At first I have’nt plan to include this article into today’s post. But then I’ve read it through and I promise you won’t be sorry to do the same. Except if you live in tropics 🙂 https://www.newlifeonahomestead.com/drip-irrigation/

How to Grow Microgreens

Microgreens can save your day (or few months). Easy, affordable and very healthy when it is needed most urgently. https://practicalselfreliance.com/growing-microgreens/

Sustainable Gardening – Week 25th – 31th Jan 2020

This week was busier than others with interesting articles – so there are more articles than usual. Enjoy!

19 Chicken Coop Must-Haves for a Happy Flock

Chickens are very forgiving animals. They can survive in almost any conditions. But if you want to keep them healthy and in good condition, then it’s smart to take some measures. They will reward you big time! https://www.newlifeonahomestead.com/chicken-coop-must-haves/

Which Is The Right Duck Breed For You?

Today we will be a bit more into animals… Not only chickens are welcome in your homestead, maybe there are ducks which will help you with the plants and also food. Check which sort of ducks are available and which is the most suitable for you. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/which-is-the-right-duck-breed-for-you/

Winter Vegetable Garden Tasks: gardening projects for January and February

Winter is a perfect time to do some tasks which will pay off in the remaining parts of the year. And it’s always welcome to have some particular ideas what to do. https://lovelygreens.com/winter-kitchen-gardening-tasks-to-do-list-january-february/

How to Grow Blackberries Step by Step

Blackberries are some of the easiest plants you can grow on your homestead or in your backyard, and they’re also some of the most productive. Should I mention also they are very tasty? https://www.newlifeonahomestead.com/how-to-grow-blackberries/

Planting & Growing Strawberries – How To Plant A Strawberry Patch

Strawberries – another very rewarding sort of fruit. They need a bit more effort and care, but it pays off big time! https://oldworldgardenfarms.com/2020/01/26/plant-a-strawberry-patch/

How To Make Fromage Blanc (cultured soft cheese)

If you are vegan, you might skip this. But in case you love some milk products, this is a must-try! https://practicalselfreliance.com/fromage-blanc/

What It Is and How to Amend Sandy Soil

Sandy soil can be a real problem… it’s not much worse things as semi-desert garden. I’ve got one 🙂 There are some ideas I practice as well — and will practice some other written here. https://www.epicgardening.com/sandy-soil/

Bokashi Composting: The Composting Method You’re Probably Missing Out On

Simply said – one of the best and most efficient ways of composting. Explore this topic as much as you can! https://misfitgardening.com/bokashi-composting-the-composting-method-youre-probably-missing-out-on/

Sustainable Gardening – week 18th – 24th Jan 2020

9 Herbs For A Better Sleep

I will not use them because I just love my bed 🙂 But was glad to know them more than once. https://permaculturenews.org/2020/01/23/9-herbs-for-a-better-sleep/

Fail to Plan or Plan to Fail?

Planning in the garden is as important as in any other area. The first question is Do you have your garden goals. And there are some others as well… http://gardenprofessors.com/fail-to-plan-or-plan-to-fail-planning-for-a-year-of-garden-success/

Planting For Hummingbirds

Not only pollinators are crucial for the success of our gardens, but there are also other animals very important. Why hummingbirds are welcome (besides they are beautiful) and how to make them feel welcome? https://www.southernexposure.com/blog/2020/01/planting-for-hummingbirds/

Side Hustles Can Help You Reach Self-Sufficiency

Gardening cannot be only a hobby — if you are prepared to make some steps it can be a profitable full-time venture. https://www.hobbyfarms.com/side-hustles-reach-self-sufficiency/

How To Grow Asparagus – The Secrets To Plant & Grow A Delicious Crop!

I’ve just become hungry… 😉 Asparagus is one vegetable that no matter how fresh it might look in the supermarket, it will never taste quite as good as when just-picked from the garden. https://oldworldgardenfarms.com/2020/01/19/how-to-grow-asparagus-keys/

Sustainable Gardening – Week 11th – 17th Jan 2020

6 Changes You May See As A Hen Ages

Some of my hens are now pets… because they don’t lay so much eggs than before. They are getting older and enjoy retirement. But still there is some fun with them! https://www.hobbyfarms.com/6-changes-as-hen-ages/

How to Grow Gooseberries: a Complete Guide

f you are clumsy with the plants like me, then gooseberries can lift your self-esteem – it is plant you can hardly kill. But if you want something more than average from them, then it is smart to give them some attention. https://www.newlifeonahomestead.com/how-to-grow-gooseberries/

Cherry Wine

Cherries are best to eat fresh. But they can be used to do some exotic products as well. What about cherry wine? https://practicalselfreliance.com/cherry-wine/

Striking at the Root: A Life In Permaculture Design

Winter is time to plan. And planning is not the least important phase, in most cases you can get caught big time if you underestimate planning. Permaculture design is something  you want to know about. https://permaculture.org/2020/01/14/a-life-in-permaculture-design/

Seaweed Fertilizer: When To Use Seaweed Extract In Your Garden

Seaweed Fertilizer –  When To Use Seaweed Extract In Your Garden? Is salt really problem? How to apply it to get most of it? What you should avoid at using seaweed fertilizer? And more… https://plantcaretoday.com/seaweed-fertilizer.html