Run, don’t walk, to grab your Spring 2013 copy of Country Gardens magazine (on sale March 12th). I wrote an article for this issue all about my journey through modern homesteading. They did a fabulous photo shoot of our homestead, so you can enjoy all kinds of gorgeous garden inspiration.
I am so giddy to be a part of this national publication. James Bagget, the publisher, was a treat to work with and Nick Crow, the art director, made sure every photo sung the praises of our homestead. He even managed to get a sleepy Juniper to crack a cute smile during the shoot.
Juniper was only about six months when they came this summer to shoot the garden. Friends really helped me pull every last weed and Jay made sure there wasn’t a spot of manure in the chicken and duck coops. Boy, it really does take a village.
I wrote about the passion I discovered digging in the soil and how the garden has exploded into something more beautiful than I could have imagined – all just in time to get your garden ambition sufficiently pumped for the season ahead! You can see six stunning pages of photos from our homestead, along with my vegetable planting plan for the four raised beds – something anyone can use in their own garden.
My greatest hope is that the article leaves readers feeling inspired to get their hands dirty growing their own food this year. And, of course, I hope it’s one of their best selling issues! I would love to see more national gardening publications covering edible landscaping, modern homesteading and all that jazz. I’d love to hear what you think of the article!
Just read your article last night, so I went to Amazon and added your book to my wish list and now I’m here at your blog. I rarely comment on blogs but have added yours to my list. I will be here reading but will probably be quiet. Loved the article and pictures. 🙂
Welcome Joanna! Glad to have you along for the ride. You might check out your local library too! I know our library system has several copies circulating through the area.
Loved your article in Country Gardens!
I’m a fellow garden lover…and Country Gardens magazine fan.
My little garden was photographed by Country Gardens last July–agree with you–an amazing experience.
Hope to pick up your book soon.
Stacey
PS, You get the cute baby award!!!
Thanks Stacey! Let me know when your garden will be in the magazine – I’d love to see it!
Love this magazine. I have the issue you were in and I am now reading your book from inter-library loan, “Modern Homestead”! Nancy