You can call me the fruit tree butcher! Today, I’m going to talk about pruning your trees to the bone to get the best growing results. Sometimes, watching your fruit trees and bushes get butchered down to the knuckle can feel like watching a teen slasher flick. You just can’t bear to watch the horror! Pruning your vegetation […]
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How to grow bell peppers from seed (from the grocery store)
Look at what I found in the produce section, today: a big beautiful gold bell pepper. I thought I was in heaven until I looked at the price… Ouch! This pepper is almost two bucks! One pepper was priced at $1.78, plus tax (did you hear me? I said ONE pepper). That sucks! I almost […]
5 Benefits of raising chickens: Why more people should
Raising just a few chickens can benefit you, your family and your garden by leaps and bounds. When we first started raising chickens in our backyard, most of our friends and family couldn’t quite understand it – it was just too old fashion. Why go back in time when there’s a grocery store around every […]
Grow your own potatoes in containers
Have you ever got ready to make some homemade chili cheese fries or a buttery baked potato, reach in the ole Idaho sack and pull out a spud that looks like a creepy monster? WAIT! Don’t freak out! Don’t throw them away! Cut those ugly monsters in half and replant them in a bucket with potting soil. […]
How to plant blueberries in a container
Aside from being absolutely delicious, blueberries are full of antioxidants and vitamins that your body needs. They are probably one of the few treats that you can really enjoy without the guilt. In fact, I think the more you eat these awesome berries, the healthier you’ll be. The only problem – in the grocery store, […]