All About Gardening
Whether you’re a seasoned horticulturist or just starting your journey, this page is your gateway to a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and practical advice for the modern homestead garden. Explore the art of nurturing plants, discover the joys of outdoor beauty, and uncover the secrets to cultivating a garden that reflects your unique vision. From plant care tips to design ideas and sustainable practices, our gardening hub is here to empower and inspire you on your botanical voyage.
Garden Planning And Design
Garden planning and design are the backbone of a thriving garden, encompassing a range of essential concepts that ensure the manageability of your homestead. It involves figuring out what you want to grow, and what your aesthetic goals might be. Budget is usually the driving force behind starting a garden. Gardening can absolutely be done on a shoe string budget. Location, sunlight, climate, and Growing Zone are also some of the most important things to consider during the planning phase. Layout, plant selection, watering and irrigation, and local wildlife are all things to consider in your garden planning. We have lots of tips below on how to get started with your garden planning and design.
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Annual Garden Planner
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Growing Your Own Food?
Taking the First Steps to providing self-sufficiency in the modern homestead garden
Embarking on your gardening journey begins with a crucial decision: What are you planting? This initial step sets the stage for your garden’s purpose and character. Whether you choose to cultivate vibrant flowers, aromatic herbs, nourishing vegetables, or luscious fruits, each category brings its unique charm and challenges. Your choice will influence the planting process, care routine, and the delightful rewards you can look forward to in your garden. So, let’s take those first steps towards creating a green oasis that suits your preferences and gardening aspirations.
Saving Seeds
Saving seeds is a crucial part of a sustainable closed-loop system of growing your own food in the modern homestead garden. The seeds from this years plants are dried out and saved for next years garden. Meaning, that you may never have to buy seeds again. It is one of the easiest processes in the garden all year, but packs the biggest impact.
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