Balancing Corporate & Homesteading Lifestyles
All About Elderberry
Elderberry Elderberry, scientifically known as Sambucus, is a genus of flowering plants that includes several varieties, with Sambucus nigra (black elderberry) being the most commonly cultivated for its health benefits. Elderberries are praised for their medicinal properties and are used in various forms, including…
Elderflower Recipes
Elderflowers, the delicate, creamy-white flowers of the elderberry plant (Sambucus nigra), are known for their sweet, fragrant aroma and have been used in traditional and modern recipes across the globe. Their peak season is late spring to early summer, and they are celebrated for…
Nurturing Mind And Spirit: Deepening Wellness Through Gardening
The act of gardening unfolds as a deeply enriching experience, far surpassing the simple cultivation of plants. It serves as a potent therapeutic tool, intertwining physical activity, mental clarity, and emotional nourishment. This intimate engagement with the cycle of life offers profound benefits for…
Healthy Herbs For Chickens: Nettle
Nettle (Urtica dioica), often overlooked due to its stinging reputation when fresh, is actually a powerhouse of nutrition and health benefits, making it an excellent herb for chickens. Packed with vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, dried nettle offers numerous advantages when included in your…
Companion Planting Guide
Companion planting is an age-old gardening practice that involves pairing plants for mutual benefit. It’s an organic way to enhance your garden’s health and productivity. Here is a guide to get you started. Comprehensive Companion Planting Guide 1. Tomatoes Companions: Basil, marigolds, carrots, lettuce,…
Homestead Harvest: Growing Kale & Mint
Vegetable Spotlight: Kale Difficulty to Grow: Easy Varieties: Curly, Lacinato, Red Russian Varietal Differences: Curly has tight ruffles, Lacinato has darker, smoother leaves, and Red Russian has red-tinted leaves. Seed Starting: Start indoors 6 weeks before last frost. Planting & Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile…
Healthy Herbs For Chickens: Rosemary
Rosemary is an excellent herb for chickens, offering several benefits: Respiratory Health: Rosemary can help improve respiratory health in chickens. Its strong aroma is known to clear nasal passages and aid in respiratory wellness. Pest Repellent: The strong scent of rosemary is a natural…
Growing Sprouts: A Flock Favorite
With the winter cold coming and no more grass until spring, I like to provide my flock with sprouts throughout the winter. Wheat berries are one of their favorites! These are one well-balanced and nutritious food to include in a chicken’s daily diet! Here’s…
Spring Garden Plans In Process
It’s that time again and spring will be here before you know it. Time to start thinking about our garden! We are starting plans for our summer garden keeping the bees and our needs in mind. If you have an interest in beekeeping then…
What’s In Your Backyard 04.18.2021
We live in a rural area of Massachusetts, on 3 acres and surrounded by woods and hay fields. We set up trail cameras on our property to catch the action that we can’t regularly see. The deer, coyote, and fisher cat live in the…
