Cherry, Roma, Beefsteak, yellow, purple, red... When we're talking about TOMATOES we're talking about OPTIONS- There's so many varieties to choose from! And did you know that each one has a specific function? I break down the different purposes, growing patterns and taste of many different tomato varieties and explain why we're growing each for our 2021 garden.
Tag: homegrown
Why We Grow Heirloom Seeds
Trying to understand seed labels and decide what's best for YOU can be confusing! There's so many options, so many terms. Are all GMO's bad? How do I know what I'm planting in my garden? Is a hybrid the same thing? Are all seeds created equal? I break it down for you here, and go in depth on why we chose to grow Heirloom seeds by discussing the pros and cons of all three seed types.
Bringing Home 50 Baby Chicks (in 3 inches of snow)
In early January we made the decision to get even more serious becoming self-reliant. We decided to buy some Cornish Cross chicks to raise to be processed. We thought 10 would be a good number, but planned to order 20 just in case we encountered a loss, like we've heard you unfortunately tend to do … Continue reading Bringing Home 50 Baby Chicks (in 3 inches of snow)
Mailbox Monday: Seed Savers Exchange Seed Order Unboxing
As planting time quickly approaches I have been placing orders for new seeds like crazy. Tag along as I check the mail, find some homesteading goodies there, and go in depth on why these are some must-have seeds this season.
Mailbox Monday: MIGardener Seed Order Unboxing
As planting time quickly approaches I have been placing orders for new seeds like crazy. Tag along as I check the mail, find some homesteading goodies there, and go in depth on why these are some must-have seeds this season.
Seed Order Unboxing- the Alliance of Native Seedkeepers
First things first, check out the video showing just what was in my package, and then we can get down to business. Fair warning: our youngest son, Gatlin, does something that might make your heart explode 💕 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meFDVz51uX4 This is my very first unboxing video! And let me tell you, hindsight is 2020… Wait... can … Continue reading Seed Order Unboxing- the Alliance of Native Seedkeepers