Category: urban homesteading
all things related to chickens
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The Best 7 Space-Saving Garden Layouts for Compact Areas
1. Vertical Garden Layout Best For: Balconies, patios, or very small yards. Key Features: Vertical Planters: Use wall-mounted planters, ladder shelves, or tiered stacking pots. Climbing Plants: Include trellises for vining crops like beans, peas, or cucumbers. Hanging Baskets: Grow… Continue reading
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How To Master Essential Homesteading Skills
What does it take to become a successful homesteader? What skills are needed to thrive in a self-sufficient lifestyle? Mastering key homesteading skills is essential for anyone wanting to live off the grid. These skills help create a sustainable and… Continue reading
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10 Beginner-Friendly Winter Projects for Your Homestead
Winter is the perfect time to tackle simple, rewarding projects for your homestead. Whether you’re looking to stay productive during the colder months or prepare for spring, these beginner-friendly ideas are perfect for any homesteader. Let’s get started! 1. Make… Continue reading
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Discover the Perfect Garden Bags for Planting Your Garden: A Complete Guide
Upgrade your gardening game with the best garden bags for planting your garden, designed for durability and eco-friendliness. Find your ideal outdoor ally! Continue reading
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Spring Soil Prep for Vegetable Gardens – Practical Ideas
As we look forward to gardening this spring, do we really think about our soil? Good soil prep can turn a garden into a fruitful harvest. We’ll share easy ways to get your soil ready for spring in a vegetable… Continue reading
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10-Natural and Effective Cough Remedies, from Granny’s Kitchen
When the sniffles start and the dreaded cough keeps you up at night, there’s nothing better than some good old-fashioned wisdom to ease your discomfort. As your honorary granny, I’ve gathered my top 10 natural, tried-and-true cough remedies that will… Continue reading
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20 Amazing Hot Toddy Recipes to Combat Cold & Flu
Imagine this: It’s a blustery winter evening, and the house is unusually quiet. Normally, there’d be the sound of laughter or chatter, but today, there’s only the occasional cough from the living room, where your loved ones are bundled under… Continue reading
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Unlock the Secret to Raising Happy Chickens(Part 5,6,7)
Part 5: Predator-Proofing Your Coop Let’s face it: your chickens are basically a walking buffet for predators. Raccoons, foxes, hawks—even your neighbor’s overly curious dog—are all eyeing your flock. So how do you keep your feathered friends safe? Fort Knox… Continue reading
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Unlock the Secret to Raising Happy Chickens (Parts 3 & 4)
So, you’ve successfully navigated the adorable (and slightly chaotic) chick stage, and your feathery friends are growing up fast. Congratulations! But as your chicks morph into clucking, scratching, egg-laying machines, it’s time to level up your chicken-care game. This part… Continue reading
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Beginner’s Guide to Picking Out the Best Chickens
Starting your backyard chicken adventure is exciting. Choosing the right breeds is the first big step. Chickens are great for beginners because they’re easy to care for and fun to watch. This guide will help you pick and care for… Continue reading