Rainwater harvesting is the ancient practice of collecting and storing precipitation for later use. This technology can be traced back some 12,000 years in human history, and it makes just …

If you love to cook spicy foods and you’re a gardener, you should try growing hot peppers. There is nothing quite so cheery as seeing their bold colors in the …

Zucchini (Cucurbita pepo var. cylindrica) is a popular mainstay in the home garden. And it’s no wonder why – sow only one or two plants and you shall receive copious …

Attracting bees, butterflies and other beneficial insects to your garden couldn’t come at a better time than now, at this particular point in history. With the decline in insect species …

The tomatillo is a tart and bright and citrusy fruit – the perfect complement to hot and spicy fare. Although tomatillos are most famous as a key ingredient in salsa …

Looking to elevate your gardening game this spring? Consider skipping buying transplants and starting seeds at home instead. Seed starting allows you to begin the fun of gardening season a …

Do you ever wonder if those of us who love houseplants are gluttons for punishment? (No, Tracey, I don’t wonder. I know we are.) We take beautiful tropical plants, most …

Spicy or sweet, peppers are always a treat to grow in your garden. Especially if you love salsa. And who doesn’t?! We canned ten jars of spicy salsa last summer …

Imagine you’re on a road trip. You’ve been driving for hours, and you decide it’s time to stop for the night. Maybe you find a place along the way, or …

Smudging your home comes with many benefits, from cleansing the air to creating a calm and peaceful space. However, if the burning of herbs to cleanse your aura and your …

Pretty soon, the snow will melt, the grass will green, and just a few short weeks after that, great sweeping blurs of yellow flowers will cover fields and yards alike. …

Before we jump in, I want to disclose that Rural Sprout is a Garden Tower Project affiliate. Should you purchase one of their kits through the link, Rural Sprout receives …

Learning how to grow carrots can be a challenge for any gardener. Growing this classic root vegetable seems simple, but without careful cultivation, you’ll end up with little harvest to …

It’s true. Gooseberries taste like sour grapes when consumed raw. Yet, when fully ripe, they take on a range of flavors from grapes crossed with plums to Muscat wine-inspired balls …

Lovage (Levisticum officinale) is a hardy perennial herb native to the Mediterranean. As part of the Apiacaea family, it is closely related to carrot, celery, and parsley. This culinary and …

Potting soil is one of those things you can just never have enough of. Between re-potting plants into bigger spaces, starting seeds, and container gardening, you can go through bag …

Making maple syrup is a beloved springtime activity. It brings people out of the slumber of winter to make magic by turning tree water into sugary goodness. This homestead chore …

Eat this plant. It’s garlic mustard. Eat as much of it as you can. (This is where you imagine intense music playing in the background.) Um, okay, Tracey, sure, whatever …

If I were ever a convicted murderer who ended up on death row, I know what my last meal would be. Save your filet mignon or your lobster and champagne. …

You know, when a recipe calls for a clove of garlic, and you’re like, “So, what you really mean is three cloves, right?” If that’s you, you’re in good company. …

For many of us in the northern hemisphere, March is the month of hope. It brings up the eternal expectation that spring is finally around the corner. Which may not …

Pruning roses, fruit trees and other landscape plants is not rocket science. Anyone and everyone can do it. Of course, your success still depends on your willingness to follow a …

As homesteaders, we’re already ahead of the curve when it comes to self-reliance and resilience. We understand how important it is to make the most of our land and resources. …

You know what’s really sad? Grabbing the jar of pickles from the fridge and realizing there’s nothing left but brine and spices. Or am I the only one who absentmindedly …