A few years ago, I bought a star fruit and I got curious – could I grow a new tree from one the seeds? I almost gave up on the idea because I’ve heard so many contradictory and discouraging things when it comes to growing stuff from fruit you buy from the store. Turns out, […]
How to build an inexpensive bee swarm trap
It’s almost bee swarm season, so we thought we’d get an early start on getting our traps ready. Scottie has been doing so much more research on building traps than I have, but I decided to make one anyway. Scottie and I were out trying to choose a good spot in the yard when I said, […]
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, […]