Farm & Garden

This Week on the Homestead: May 29th, 2023

This time of year is busy, but full of waiting. The greenhouse is filled to the brim. Plants are going ...
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Gardening With Kids: Dig in the Dirt Together

Gardening with kids is an excellent way to foster a love for nature, teach valuable life skills, and create lasting ...
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Are Dahlias Perennials or Annuals?

Are dahlias perennials or annuals? Dahlias are generally considered to be tender perennials, meaning their lifespan can vary from an ...
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Sweet Nathalie Dahlia

Sweet Nathalie Dahlia is a highly desirable variety of dahlia (and among the best cut flower dahlias). Its sought after ...
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Sprouting Dahlia Tubers: The Complete Guide

One of the best things about Dahlias is the ability to quickly grow your stock by sprouting tubers and taking ...
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The 13 Best Vegetables for Homestead Living

When planning the best vegetables for homestead life, there are several factors you should consider. These factors include, ease of ...
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Growing Dahlias from Seed

Are you interested in growing dahlias from seed? I’m here to tell you it’s not only possible, but incredible fun ...
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The 5 Best Flowers for a Cut Flower Garden

It can be overwhelming to choose the best flowers for a cut flower garden. They’re all so pretty! But after ...
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Are Dahlias Deer Resistant? (And How to Protect Your Flowers)

Are you seeing all the beautiful dahlia tubers available and wondering, are dahlias deer resistant? I get it. I’m downright ...
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Growing Strawberries in Colorado

When we first moved to our off-grid homestead – nestled among the Sangre de Cristo mountains at 8,000 feet – ...
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