Last week we harvested our garlic. The bulbs are the smallest we’ve ever had. I read that the summer heat plays an important role in the formation of the bulb, and this year we have had an extraordinarily cool summer with record or near-record (depending on who you ask) rainfall. It wasn’t until late last …
Homestead Garden Garlic: How to Plant, Grow, Harvest, Cure and Preserve Read More »
We’ve had our Rosa Rugosa for four years, but this is the first year I’ve been able to taste a rose hip. Since before written history, rose hips have been harvested in the wild and used as a food source. They are one of the most concentrated sources of vitamin C anywhere in nature. They …
Rose Hips: How to Harvest, Tea, Soap, Wine & More Read More »
Woohoo, you’ve done it! You have found the perfect WWOOFing host. Your family has been convinced that you are OK. Now you plan to travel to your new home over the next few weeks, or months. Now comes the fun part: packing. One of the most crucial steps in preparation for WWOOFing is knowing what to bring. Too many people get …
What to Bring WWOOFing? 16 Items You’ll Probably Forget Read More »
It’s a little scary to see winter coming at us again. Last year, heating was so expensive and we got so much snow that it really took the fun and enjoyment out of winter. I don’t know how much snow we are in for this year, but I think we can be certain that heating …
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