How and Why to Use Rice Hulls in the Garden
If you’re searching for the ultimate sustainable garden amendment, consider rice hulls, otherwise known as rice husks. This materially is essentially what’s left over once the food grain is processed.…
7 Different Composting Methods for Home Gardeners
Don’t get gardeners started on our compost piles! We love to make it, sift it, and talk about where we’re putting it. We’ll be more than happy to tell you…
Reasons to Plant a Victory Garden • The Prairie Homestead
I remember not too long ago, during the crazy times of 2020, being shocked as I walked pass multiple empty grocery store shelves. The last few years’ trips to the…
How to Fix Tainted Soil • The Prairie Homestead
I’m not stranger to dealing with poisoned and tainted soil in my garden. I wish that I could say that tainted and damaged garden soil has only happened to me…
Why You Should Grow Heirloom Seeds • The Prairie Homestead
There are mountain-high piles of snow everywhere, freezing temperatures, and spring is nowhere in sight. What is a cold-climate gardener to do? This is the time to start garden planning…