Spring Row Covers
We are in the middle of a cool, wet spring which is very typical for the Pacific Northwest. Although you […]
Spring Planting
Spring fever is in full swing and it’s time to get the first round of vegetables into the ground. We
Spring Soil Prep
Before you get spring planting fever, take the time to replenish your garden soil first. It’s the best way to
Frozen Garden
Being homebound all weekend during Portland’s recent snow and ice storm had it’s moments of beauty. Here are a few
January Harvest
It is mighty quiet on the homestead right now and I’m enjoying every chilly moment. It’s my one time of
Winter Compost Maintenance
There is one garden chore that doesn’t take a break in the wintertime: making compost. It’s a good excuse to
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compost, frugal, garden, soil health
Cooking Winter Squash
We are up to our ears in winter squash! I decked out our front porch this year with some really
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food preservation, garden, harvest, plants, storing, winter vegetables
Planting Fall Garlic
It’s not too late to get a fall planting of garlic in the ground. This easy to grow crop is
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garden, plants, winter vegetables
Snapshots of Autumn
The wind and rains are rolling in on these late fall evenings – a reminder that winter is rapping on
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garden, harvest, modern homesteading, winter vegetables
Fall Plantings
Fall is a great time of year to plant new trees and perennial shrubs for two big reasons: it gives