Discover the Magic of Purple Nettle
April 23, 2024
Natural Remedy – Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, purple nettle is used in herbal medicine to boost immunity and manage inflammation. Gardening
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Field Notes
Stories and guides from the life we’re designing on purpose: what’s growing in the garden, what’s cooking in the farm kitchen, life with the animals, and a little of everything in between.
Unsung Cut Flower Garden Must Have: Helleborus
April 20, 2024
Happy Saturday Friends! ✨ Today we’re celebrating the unsung hero of our spring garden: the Helleborus, also known as Lenten Rose. These
Make this Breakfast Treat for Your Spoiled Chickens
April 18, 2024
Whipping up a chicken feast with some kitchen finds: older eggs, strawberries, a dash of red pepper flakes, and stale sourdough! 🍓🍞🌶️
Tips for a Successful Plant Transplant Day!
April 17, 2024
Hi farm friends! I moved some of my young plants from my DIY milk jug greenhouses into their new homes in the
3 Tips for Raised Beds: Building Our Raised Beds for the Greenhouse
April 16, 2024
Here are 3 essential tips for building and preparing raised garden beds: 1️⃣ Selecting Treated Lumber Safely: We used treated garden-safe lumber
Embracing Risk in the Garden with a “Why Not?” Philosophy
April 12, 2024
Gardening is often seen as a realm of strict rules and precise timings, particularly when it comes to planting and nurturing. However,
It’s Farrier Day at the Farm — we also call it Spa Day!
April 3, 2024
Just wrapped up a Farrier Day (or spa day) here at the farm, and let me tell you, it was a long,
Potato Planting Made Easy: Your Guide to a Basket Full of Spuds!
April 1, 2024
Hey there, garden enthusiasts and spud lovers! Ready to turn a simple clothes basket into a potato goldmine? Here’s a fun and
Nature’s Easter Eggs & The Breeds that Lay Them
March 30, 2024
Who needs to color eggs for Easter when our hens do it naturally? We never tire of gathering their vibrant blue, greens,
Peony Planting Tips for Spring
March 26, 2024
I just love to see things grow—both plants and people! Today, we’re getting our hands dirty with peonies, planting them right from
How to Create a Strong DIY Trellis for Your Grapes (or Veggies and Flowers)
March 25, 2024
Step 1️⃣ : Prune Your Grapes 🍇 Before we dive into the trellis build, let’s talk pruning. If you haven’t already, now’s
Turning One into Many: Your Guide to an Endless Rosemary Garden
March 21, 2024
Ever dreamt of an endless supply of rosemary? Well, dream no more! Follow these simple steps and watch one plant turn into many. Let’s create a rosemary oasis together!
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