Sometimes the world of natural remedies can get overwhelming. Have you ever walked the aisles of your local natural healing store and wondered which products you need to buy, and how many you can make at home just as effectively? Read on to learn how to make a tincture from healing plants you’ve grown in...

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Hey spinners and knitters! Did you know that you can create all kinds of stunning natural dyes with plants? People have been using natural dyes to create different textile colors for thousands of years, and you can too. Check out the following 12 common plants and create your own natural dye garden this year. This...

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Have you ever started a bunch of seeds, been excited to see them grow, and then been heartbroken when they’ve died off for no apparent reason? They might have suffered from damping off disease. Read on to learn what causes this, how to treat it, and prevent it from obliterating your crops in the future....

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Growing garlic is more than just a means to an end: it’s a ritual. After all, it’s one of our most beloved foods. Known for its healing powers and amazing flavor, garlic is a staple in almost every home. Once you’ve gotten the hang of growing and harvesting garlic from your own garden, you’ll never...

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Chances are you’ve already tasted a Welsh onion, though you might not have recognized the name at the time. These bright green veggies are also known as bunching onions, Japanese bunching onions, spring onions, and long green onions. They’re easy to grow, incredibly versatile, and bring a bright sharpness to every dish they’re added to....

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Turnips are some of the most under-rated vegetables in the garden. They have a folksy, country vibe, and a reputation for being boring. In fact, turnips are anything but boring. These hardy, sustaining roots are one of your best options for nourishing, easy-to-store, cool-weather vegetables. Ready to start growing turnips today? Excellent! I like to...

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Most people are familiar with common grains like wheat, oats, and barley, but did you know that there are many other grain varieties available? Furthermore, did you know that many of them are easy to grow in your own garden? Read on to discover 10 spectacular varieties you can grow next season. I got a...

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During the winter months, we heat our house entirely with wood. It’s a popular heating choice up here where the trees are plentiful and the winters are long and bitterly cold. But even if you’re winters are practically non-existent, wood ash can build up in your fire pit or out door fireplace. Fortunately, there are...

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Those of us who grow as much of our own food as possible can get disheartened during the winter. After all, aside from a few hardy brassicas, not much grows out in the snow. Fortunately, we can try growing green beans indoors over the coldest months! Read on to learn how. Growing Green Beans Indoors...

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Have you ever noticed that when you look for help on how to grow radishes, everyone just says “Oh radishes are easy!”? But when you have a bed full of meagre, fibrous little roots, all those promises of easy-to-grow radishes aren’t helpful at all. The truth is, radishes are easy to grow, but they’re also...

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