Have you ever grown herbs in the winter? Here at Secret Life of Homesteaders, we believe that herbs don’t have to be seasonal crops that thrive only during the warmer months.
Charlene Hess
As the harvest season rapidly approaches, backyard chicken owners everywhere are asking themselves, “Can chickens eat cantaloupe?” and today, we’re going to explore that question.
Are you looking for quiet farm animals that won’t bother your neighbors? Here at Secret Life of Homesteaders, we believe that everyone can be a homesteader – no matter where they live!
Knowing what root vegetables to plant in August is an important aspect of knowing when and where to start seeds.
Knowing when and where to start seeds is important any time of year. But do you know what vegetables to plant in August?
Using winter mulch to protect your garden in the Winter is an important part of winterizing your garden.
Are you ready to learn how to winterize your garden? Winter watering and knowing if you should water your plants in the winter is an important aspect of any healthy garden and yard.
In the Spring we focus on when and where to start seeds. In the Fall, we focus on how to winterize your garden and yard. Today we’re sharing our easy Fall gardening checklist so you can easily winterize your garden.
Whether you’re just learning how to take care of chickens or you’re an expert chicken farmer, you might still be wondering what makes egg yolks orange and what to feed chickens to get orange yolks.
Have you ever cracked open an egg, only to question its freshness? Knowing how to determine an egg’s quality is an essential skill for anyone who spends time in the kitchen. This is especially true for those who raise backyard chickens and sometimes find eggs they don’t know the age of.









