If you've ever been disappointed to find a tiny bite mark in one of your homegrown tomatoes, your plants have probably fallen victim to a squirrel. Adorable as they may be, these bushy-tailed rodents can wreak havoc on your veggie garden. But you can stop their sneaky assaults with clever squirrel d...

If you’ve never been around cows, and I mean live in-person and next to them, it is easy to be fooled. These animals are just plain big! And aside from a few notably petite breeds like the Dexter, I think it’s safe to say that all cows fit legitimately into the large category of the animal kingdom. ...

One of the most common questions this time of year is “How do I store my strawberries?!” You’re probably loading up and wanting to keep the fresh, wonderfulness of strawberries as long as possible, right?! We all know that there is nothing like biting into a juicy red berry, but you can easily store...

Jewelweed, Impatiens capensis, is a native North American plant with a history of medicinal use. From treating poison ivy rash to insects bites, jewelweed knowledge is a must-have for outdoor enthusiasts and herbalists. We'll share how to identify this lovely native species, as well as how to use it...

Did you know by following just six simple secrets, you can plant and grow your best crop of cucumbers ever – and have a massive harvest for salads, fresh eating, pickling and more! Cucumbers are certainly high on the list of vegetables home gardeners love to grow. And why wouldn’t they be? Not only ...

Every gardener understands the joy of eating produce that they grew themselves, enjoy that is out of all proportion with the nutrition and even the taste of the veggie. Raising your food yourself provides a satisfaction that is difficult to quantify for those who have never done it. And no wonder! T...

It’s a question that has puzzled chicken owners for years: why do chickens eat their own eggs!? It just isn’t right. Hens are supposed to protect and sit on the eggs they lay, not eat them. It is ghastly behavior, even if the eggs aren’t fertilized. Are your chickens just cannibals? Is something wro...

Beautiful lawns are awesome, everybody loves lush green grass; however, in your vegetable garden or in your flower beds grass and weeds can be terrible invaders that just take over the ground choking out your plants and vegetables. We have the most horrible clay soil imaginable in our province. It i...

The first real sign that winter hit at my house was a day like any other. Cold temperatures were lingering and there was snow forecast on the horizon. But the winter sign wasn’t so much the coming of snow and colder temperatures – it was the absence of water from my faucet. ➡️ READ FULL ARTICLE HERE...

The first real sign that winter hit at my house was a day like any other. Cold temperatures were lingering and there was snow forecast on the horizon. But the winter sign wasn’t so much the coming of snow and colder temperatures – it was the absence of water from my faucet. ➡️ READ FULL ARTICLE HERE...

A compost pile is undeniably a great thing to make for your garden and other planting activities. A rich mixture of broken-down biomatter can supercharge your soil with tons of nutrients that plants need. ➡️ READ FULL ARTICLE HERE https://thehomesteadinghippy.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/chicken-i...

So you like growing peppers, but you also want to add some spice to your life? Jalapeno peppers might be just the thing for you. ➡️ READ FULL ARTICLE HERE https://thehomesteadinghippy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/jalapeno-peppers-plant.jpg https://thehomesteadinghippy.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/1...

People have been hatching eggs for centuries! If you’ve never hatched eggs before, don’t worry – it’s actually a really easy process. This blog post will tell you everything you need to know about hatching and incubating eggs. Whether you’re an experienced chicken keeper or a complete beginner, read...

Home canning is a practice that was once upon a time far more popular than it is today. Compared to being something of a niche skill, it really was a common activity in many kitchens, and one of the only reliable ways to preserve food. But thanks to the proliferation of efficient, inexpensive, and s...

It’s a shame that so many food scraps get thrown away. This isn’t just a wasted opportunity to feed the compost pile or grow new veggies on your kitchen counter. Many of these scraps can actually be used to create an entirely new meal, snack, or as an ingredient substitute in different recipes. Here...

The Great Depression was one of the toughest times in United States history. Following a historic collapse of the stock market wages were low, and jobs were tough to find for just about everyone. However, the saying goes “tough times make tough people”, and the Great Depression was no different. Fam...

There’s no doubt that pigs are one of the most versatile animals on a homestead. They grow out quickly and are a valuable source of meat. Plus, they’ll eat just about anything. But what do you feed your pigs – and perhaps more importantly, how do you do it? In this post, we’ll outline different opti...

For a while now, I’ve wanted to try out some Hügelkutur in my gardening. This Spring provided an opportunity. This post is a step-by-step of my experiment. I’m always looking for where else around the property I might grow things. Being a hilly property surrounded by tall trees, not everyplace is su...

Emergency funds are something every family needs. You never know when a sudden illness could come up or someone could lose their job — so you’ll need enough money to comfortably take care of your household while you get back on your feet. Anywhere from three to six months’ worth of expenses should g...

Cucumbers are one of the juiciest and most refreshing summer veggies out there. Used in all sorts of dishes, as a topping, in salads, and of course turned into delicious pickles, cucumbers are a versatile veggie that everyone can and should grow in their garden. But how much sun do cucumbers need to...

It is not only plants that grow in a garden. Spending time in a garden, growing your own and tending the land, can help people grow, too. There are plenty of ways to grow and become a better person while growing food. Growing your own food is more than just a practical exercise. It is something that...

Preppers will spend small fortunes on home security systems and hidden cameras for their home in an effort to make them safer and more secure. The first step to home security should begin outside, however, with the land surrounding your house. In this article we’ll cover how to landscape for home se...

Broccoli is one of the most nutritious vegetables around, and also one of the most popular. This certainly contributes to the massive economic importance of broccoli, a crop that spans the globe and is a linchpin and more than one agricultural sector. broccoli. You can grow your own broccoli easily ...

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