Solve Seedling Troubles: Expert Tips for Indoor Seed Starting Success

I grow one acre's worth of vegetables from seed. Here are my tips to prevent problems with seed starting before they become an issue.

Visual Guide to Self-Sowing Plants: Grow a Self-Sustaining Garden

Discover a vibrant garden that grows itself! Explore our visual guide to the best self-seeding plants for a lush, low-maintenance haven.

Perennial Power: Grow Sustainable Garden with Our Extensive Crop Database

Find the ideal perennial food crops for your garden with filters for zones, harvest schedules, growth requirements, and longevity.

The Powers of Soil Bacteria: Boost Garden Vitality and Capture Carbon

Unlock soil health & fight climate change with soil bacteria. Learn how these invisible heroes aid in carbon capture and plant health.

Cleavers (Galium aparine): Discover the Unexpected Perks of This Versatile Weed

You may see Cleavers as a weed to get rid of, but it plays a big ecological role, and has been a part of human culture for millennia.

Self-heal: Full Guide to Identify and Grow this Native Purple Wildflower

Prunella vulgaris is an important native wildflower with many ecological and medicinal properties. Learn how to ID and grow it in your yard!

The Role of Soil Microorganisms in a Sustainable and Thriving Garden

Regenerative practices all focus on one thing: tending to the soil microbiome. Learn how microbes work together with plants to store carbon.

The Role of Regenerative Agriculture in Carbon Sequestration

Learn about regenerative agriculture & carbon sequestration with the help of memes. Then, apply these sustainable practices to your own yard

Pass on Peat: Why we need a better solution for bagged soil

Discover the critical role peatlands play in climate change and why sustainable gardeners need to advocate for peat-free soil alternatives.

Garden to Vase: The Ultimate Guide to Dried Flower Gardening

Check out our complete idea list of low-input regenerative blooms for organic gardens that dry to make vibrant year-round arrangements.

Cultivate Climate Resilience: A Home Gardener's Guide to Regenerative Techniques

Transform your garden into a bastion against climate change with home-based regenerative strategies. Cultivate resilience sustainably.

Maximize Your Harvest, Minimize Costs: A Garden Plan to Bolster Your Food Secu

Grow these essentail crops to save the most money - put check out my cost-saving garden strategy and tips on how to grow a garden for less.

A Visual Guide to Nasturtiums & Their Benefits for Organic Gardens

Discover the regenerative power of Nasturtiums in organic gardens. Learn to grow this edible, pest-repelling plant for a thriving ecosystem.

Create a Swallowtail Butterfly Haven: State-Specific Food + Nectar Plants

Grow Swallowtail Butterfly host + nectar plants for a vibrant garden habitat! Discover regional varieties & ID tips for these butterflies.

Top 125+ Cold-Hardy Edibles: Ultimate Database of Zone 1-3 Hardy Plants

You can have a thriving edible garden in zones 3, 2, and even 1! Check out our list of edible crops that are hardy for short seasons.

Shade-Loving Edibles: A Database of 81 Food Crops to Grow in Low-Light Gardens

What veggies fruit, and herbs can you grow in the shade? Learn best practices + get full list of crops to grow in low-light gardens.

A Visual Guide to Top Drought-Tolerant Flowers for Low-Water Gardens

Drought conditions? Not a problem for these beautiful blooms. Grow a dry garden with low-water flowers that will thrive in dry climates.

Drought-Proof Herb Planting List: 25 Herbs to Grow for Dry Gardening

Drought-resistant herbs for water-wise gardening. For culinary or medicinal use, dry climate herbs thrive in low-input regenerative gardens.

Fava Bean Growing Guide: Enhancing Soil & Garden Health Naturally

Fava beans are a regenerative gardener's best friend: learn how to grow broad beans for their sustainable and nutritious benefits.

Top 100 Goat Names for Your Herd: Unique Name Ideas for Does, Bucks, and Wethers

Graze Through Our Top 100 Goat Names and Themes! Creative Ideas for Buck Names, What to Call your Does, and Good Names for Wethers.

Regenerative vs Organic Farming: What’s the Difference?

Learn how regenerative and organic agriculture share the same sustainable goals, but with some key distinctions.

I Raise Goats: Here’s the difference between Nigerian Dwarfs and Nubian Goats

Which goat breed is best for your homestead? I'll share my experience with both the Nigerian Dwarf and Nubian breeds so you can decide.

The Wonders of Phacelia: Cover Crop Benefits Guide for Gardeners

Explore the incredible benefits and uses of Phacelia as a top cover crop. Learn how it supports soil health, attracts pollinators, and more!

Drought-Resistant Vegetable Garden: 23 Best Varieties for Low-Water Gardening

Grow a lush garden despite the dry spell with our top drought-resistant veggies. Save water and enjoy fresh produce with dry gardening.

How to Grow Amaranth: A key plant for Climate Change Food Security

Amaranth: perfect permaculture plant for sustainable climate change gardening. Learn how to grow amaranth for a gluten-free grain source.

The Remarkable Science and Eco-Friendly Benefits of Hairy Vetch Cover Crop

Explore hairy vetch: the eco-boost for organic gardens. Learn the science behind its soil-enriching powers.

How to Start Calendula from Seed: This Beneficial Plant Will Transform Your Organic Garden

Calendula is the secret to a thriving organic garden. Learn how to utilize the many benefits of this regenerative plant in your own garden.

Growing Chamomile: Tips for Success from Seed to Tea

Chamomile plants are a must-have for any garden. Learn how to grow chamomile from seed, and the best time to harvest the flowers for tea.

Lavender from Seed: Full Growing Guide

Get lavender seeds to germinate with cold stratification and surface sowing. Plus, I'll share lavender planting tips for fragrant blooms.

Dairy Goat Supply List: Everything You’ll Need to Take Care of Goats

Take care of goats with our full list of essential dairy goat supplies. We will show you everything you need to raise your first goat herd!

Essential Chicken Keeping Supplies: The Complete Checklist for New Owners

Get started on your chicken-keeping journey with a full checklist of the essential supplies I use to take care of my flock.

Winter Squash Growing Guide (regenerative tips)

Learn how to plant winter squash from seed and grow it through to harvest. Plus, learn regenerative gardening tips specifically for squash.

Why we keep roots in the ground in Regenerative Gardens

Keeping living or decaying roots in the soil whenever possible helps to build soil health and sequester carbon. Learn the details here!

Best Online Chicken Hatcheries (Humane + Sustainable)

Buy hatching eggs and chicks from small, sustainable, and humane farms. Source your new chicks & from our list of the best hatcheries.

The 8 Best Laying Hen Breeds for Your Eco-Friendly Flock

Discover the top 8 egg layers and learn why heritage breeds offer a sustainable choice for your eco-conscious flock.

Full List of Online Permaculture Certification Courses (all under $900)

Get your Permaculture Design Certification online. This list includes all online permaculture trainings that are affordable, under $900 USD.

Maximize Nutrient Cycling in your garden with Regenerative Agriculture

Reduce external inputs in your organic garden - harness the nutrient cycle! Learn regenerative gardening to build nutrient self-sufficiency.

Grow Tomatoes from Seed (the Regenerative way)

Our complete guide for regenerative gardeners on growing tomatoes from seed with month-by-month instructions for abundant tomato yields!

Regenerative Gardening Quotes to Inspire You as a Land Steward

Discover the power of regenerative gardening with these inspirational quotes. Step into land stewardship with the motivation of experts.

10 Jobs in Regenerative Agriculture (that aren’t farming)

The field of regenerative agriculture is vast - from engineers to educators, scientists to marketers, there's something for all interests.

Get Rid of Grass in the Garden (the Regenerative Way)

Control grass in the garden with regenerative practices. These organic solutions will improve the health of your soil + keep it grass-free!

Broadfork as a Regenerative Gardening Tool: Benefits, Uses, and Best Practices

Broadforking can boost soil health and improve clay soil - and it's sustainable! Learn how to use this gardening tool and all its benefits.

Regenerative Gardening Equipment (Everything You’ll Need)

Check out this comprehensive list of the tools I turn to most frequently in my regenerative garden to improve soil health & tend to the land

Glyphosate (aka Roundup): The Dangers, According to Science

Is glyphosate (Roundup) safe? Find out the recent scientific data in this in-depth review of how glyphosate impacts us and the environment.

Bee Water Stations: an essential component of bee gardening

So you have a pollinator patch full of nectar and pollen. But did you know bees need water too? Learn how to make your own bee water source.

Homemade goat cheese recipe (no special equipment needed)

Learn how to make paneer with this easy recipe that requires no special equipment! This cheese recipe works with goat milk's and cow's milk.

The Role of Mycorrhizal Fungi in Regenerative Gardening

What are mycorrhizal fungi? Learn about their mutual relationship with plants, and how they are a nature-based solution to climate change.

Raised Bed Garden Ideas: The Regenerative Way

Raised bed layout designs and best practices to help you grow healthy food the regenerative way. Plan your raised bed garden with our guide.

Herb Garden Ideas: Full Herbal Planting Guide (based on your goals)

Plant a kitchen herb garden or a medicinal herbal garden! Learn which herbs match your goals, get layout ideas, and herbal growing tips.

Bee gardening + Biodiversity to attract beneficial insects (Visual Guide)

Did you know that bee gardening attracts other beneficial insects? Learn what to plant in your pollinator patch for natural pest control.

How to Grow Potatoes: A Full Guide for Regenerative Gardens

Learn sustainable ways to plant & grow potatoes for an abundant harvest. Use regenerative practices to build soil health & be eco-friendly.

Growing Garlic: How-To Guide for Regenerative Gardeners

Growing garlic is so rewarding! Learn how to plant garlic from clove to harvest with our complete guide for organic regenerative gardeners.

Keystone Species: Ecological Importance & How to Enhance Backyard Biodiversity

Learn the 4 different kinds of keystone species, & how to encourage their populations with the choices that you make in your yard and garden

How to Render Pork Fat: Fast + Easy Lard Recipe

You can render pork fat down into lard to use in cooking. Here's an easy pork rendering recipe that you can make in the Instant Pot.

Ecosystem Services 101: Nature-based Solutions for a more Sustainable Future

What are ecosystem services? We share the four types of ecosystem services, examples, & show how regenerative agriculture can protect them.

Best Nut Trees for your Garden (based on your growing zone)

Learn the yield, maturity age, height, & growing zone with our nut tree list. Maximize carbon sequestration & calorie yield with nut trees!

Make Vegetable Broth in the Instant Pot: Easy + Fast Recipe

DIY vegetable broth is a free way of "stocking" up on this pantry staple. Plus, we share veggie broth canning and freezing tips for storage.

Black and Yellow Garden Spiders: Everything You Need to Know

Yellow and black garden spiders weave a zigzag web to attract garden pests. Learn the benefits of the big Garden Zipper Spiders here!

Container Gardening 101: From Pots to Plants (apartment homesteading series)

Part of our apartment homesteading series! A full guide to growing veg in containers, with options for eco-friendly pots and compact plants.

Best Online Regenerative Agriculture + No-Till Garden Courses (some are free!)

Learn regenerative farming and no-till organic gardening online! Check out this list of free and paid courses for farmers and gardeners.

Enhance Nitrogen Fixation with Regenerative Agriculture and No-Till Gardening

Nitrogen fixation relies on the health of the soil microbiome. Learn how regenerative agriculture practices build up soil microbes here!

Best Organic Coffee: Regenerative Coffee (and why it's important)

Reduce the environmental impact of your coffee - look for fair trade, organic, and regenerative coffee options. See our top picks here!

Regenerative Agriculture Certifications: Labels to Identify True Sustainability

Learn about organizations who account for regenerative practices on farms globally so that consumers can make wise eco-friendly purchases.

Create a heat-proof garden with no-till organic practices

Regenerative methods help your garden to survive high temperatures. Follow our guide to build heat-tolerance & resiliency in your garden.

A Flood-proof Garden: Be Resilient with Regenerative Gardening Techniques

Flooding in your garden can be prevented with regenerative gardening techniques. Learn how to boost the water holding capacity of your land.

Remediate Heavy Clay Soil the Regenerative Way

Fix compacted, heavy clay soil with these no-till gardening practices to build soil health without causing further environmental harm.

Start no-till gardening: the regenerative practice for soil and planetary health

Start a brand new no-till garden, or transition an existing garden to no-till practices with our complete guide to this regenerative method.

Integrate Permaculture Design with Regenerative Gardening: a complete guide

Permaculture + regenerative gardening both create resilient sustainable garden ecosystems, and are nature-based solutions to climate change.

The 7 Keys to Creating an Eco-Friendly Homestead (in-depth guide)

Utilize regenerative gardening + sustainable ecological practices on your homestead to become more eco-friendly in all aspects of your farm.

54 plants for regenerative organic gardening

Planning a regenerative garden? These plants will help you reach your goals, improve soil health, enhance the ecosystem, & grow healthy food

A Beginner’s Guide to Regenerative Gardening: Where to Start

Apply regenerative agriculture techniques in your backyard garden. Get clarity on how to cultivate a sustainable yard with these easy steps.

Regenerative No-Till Agriculture and Agroforestry: Complementary Practices

Regenerative farming + agroforestry are both nature-based solutions to climate change. Learn agroforestry benefits, types, and examples.

Top goat fencing options: strength, effectiveness, and cost comparison

What goat fencing will be virtually escape-proof? We explore the best goat fencing options to keep your goats secure on your homestead.

Can Regenerative Agriculture Feed the World? Sustainable growing & food security

Organic no-till agriculture benefits the environment, but can it feed the world? Learn how regenerative farms solve food security.

When do chickens start laying eggs? (specific breed guide)

A reference of different chicken breeds and what age they lay their first egg, signs to to look for, + what might cause an egg-laying delay.

Compost: how to make compost for a sustainable garden (complete guidelines)

Compost benefits the environment + your garden. Learn how to make compost for your garden with our guidelines, plus tips for success!

Preparing your garden for winter : 17 tasks for a regenerative vegetable garden

Did you know you can improve your garden soil over winter? Learn how to prepare your vegetable garden for winter for better soil next year.

18 Best Books on Gardening for Beginners (Oct. 2023)

Are you a new gardener? Read my top picks for the best gardening books for beginners. Gain the skills you need to grow your first garden!

Need a name for chickens? Delightful hen + rooster name ideas

Unique rooster + hen name ideas for your homestead - not your ordinary list! Our chicken name list is probably the nerdiest one out there.

How to grow sunflowers from seed: grow this beneficial plant in your eco friendly garden

Learn the benefits to growing sunflowers from seed in your sustainable garden! Read this complete guide to find out how to grow sunflowers!

Best vegetable garden mulch types for your no-till organic garden

In this guide, we'll look at the best vegetable garden mulch types for your sustainable garden, and go over the benefits of each mulch type.

The importance of biodiversity in the organic garden (and how it fights climate change)

A biodiverse garden contains a variety of life, even at a microscopic level. Learn the importance of biodiversity during the climate crisis.

What to plant in july: our top picks for year-long harvests

Wondering what vegetables you can plant in July? Read this guide on what to plant in july for your autumn and winter harvest

Water saving tips for your homestead (unique ideas to save 3000 gallons/month!)

You can save over 3000 gallons of water each month by implementing these water-wise tips on your eco friendly homestead.

Worm compost: vermicomposting and using worm castings in your organic garden

Learn how to make and use your own worm castings with an indoor vermicomposting system to amend your organic no-till garden with fertility.

Victory gardening: the past, present, and future of sustainable food systems

Rekindle the victory gardening movement for climate change, self-sufficiency, and community food security and resilience. We have the power!

Eco-Friendly Pest Patrol: Organic Solutions for a Regenerative Garden

Explore sustainable pest solutions in our guide! Eco-friendly tactics for a thriving garden. Go organic to protect your garden naturally.

Best Small Greenhouse Kits for Your Home Garden

Extend your growing season and become more self-sufficient with these eco-friendly greenhouse kits, perfect for your backyard or homestead.

How to Build Soil Health With No-Till Regenerative Gardening

Regenerative no-till gardening practices build soil health and improve the health of the planet. Build soil health with these simple steps!

Best books for regenerative agriculture (2023)

This list of regenerative agriculture books was put together to help you understand the historic and cultural aspects of regenerative ag.

Regenerative no-till agriculture + gardening (environmental benefits)

The no-till organic practices of regenerative agriculture provide a wide scope of environmental benefits, beyond carbon sequestration.

Organic tomato growing guide: Grow tomatoes from seed for a year's worth of sauce!

Check out these organic tips for tomatoes to help with your self-sufficiency goals - learn how to grow tomatoes from seed and make sauce!

farming and gardening yields: plan for self-sufficiency

Learn how much to plant to feed yourself + your family with this farming yields guide, with helpful charts and graphs to help you plan.

The Water Conservation Techniques that Support My Garden In Dry Summers: Tips & Techniques

Learn the basics of saving water in the garden so you can grow food during times of drought and create an eco-friendly watering system.

What is Crop Rotation (and how can it help keep your garden sustainable)?

Learn the Environmental Benefits of Crop Rotation, and Decide for Yourself How You Want to Practice it in Your Own Home Garden.

Raise goats sustainably to reduce their carbon footprint on your homestead

Learn what goes into the carbon footprint of goat meat + goat milk, and how to raise the most eco friendly goats in your backyard homestead.

Raising chickens (the sustainable way)

Raising chickens can be eco-friendly! This guide shows you how to raise chickens for eggs or meat, and why pasture raising chickens is best.

Farming with pigs on your eco-friendly homestead: raise sustainable pork

Learn how to raise your own pork in the most eco friendly way possible - farming with pigs can be sustainable with these easy steps.

Sustainable livestock farming: best practices for the environment

There are steps that you can take to reduce the environmental impact of livestock - raise sustainable livestock with our guide!

which cover crop should you pick? sow with confidence

Which cover crop is best for your garden? Learn the benefits of each type of cover crop so that you can plant the one that fits your needs.

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*Disclaimer: While I strive for accuracy, I'm human and so there may be errors. This blog is for educational purposes only and you assume any and all risk associated with plant ID, foraging, and consuming plants. I'm not a professional, so don't take any information as professional advice. You understand that any errors can cause serious illness, injury or death. Before working with a plant in any way, consult a local guide who understands both ID and proper preparation. Be smart, friend!