As homesteaders, self-sufficiency seems almost folded into our DNA. While the lifestyle has many appeals, one thing in particular that binds us is a deep appreciation for the land, and a desire for a connection to the food that nourishes us. These sorts of virtues have fallen in and out of mainstream appeal over the years, sometimes on a whim, and other times on account of … [Read more...] about A Brief History of the Victory Garden
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Saving Seeds for Spring
Have a few seeds left over from the growing season you'd like to preserve for next year? Turns out, you can actually save your seeds until conditions are again ripe for planting. Read on to find out how. Before we get started on particulars, its important to know some basics about the seeds you are attempting to keep. For instance, tomatoes, peppers, beans and peas are … [Read more...] about Saving Seeds for Spring
Can-Do Canning
Your garden is producing and your fruit trees have ripened, but you want to save some of the bounty for the cold winter months. How do you go about it? Turns out, the answer for storing produce is an old and simple one--canning. Or more accurately, “jarring”. Read on for how to convert your glass Mason jars into food-saving solutions. What You Need To get started you’ll … [Read more...] about Can-Do Canning
