Raising Chickens and Urban Gardening
Spring has sprung—and so have the weeds. They’re pushing through driveway gravel, popping up in sidewalk cracks, creeping across the lawn, and naturally settling into garden beds. Ah, but what is a weed, anyway? “A plant whose virtues have not yet been discovered?” Or simply a plant growing where you don’t want it? However you define them, weeds are part…
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Let’s face it, gardening here can be tough. We’ve had snow on Mother’s Day, and then, some years, temperatures have hit near 100 degrees. June is often wet and cold, which can cause warm-season crops (and gardeners) to give up prematurely. Our summers are becoming hotter and drier, but snow may still fly in September—or not at all, as this…
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Nothing says “urban gardener” more than having a backyard flock of curious chickens. With their soft clucks, fluffy butts, and, of course, daily eggs, they give off a whole “we’re homesteading in the city” vibe. But let’s be honest: they’re also tiny dinosaurs with strong feelings about your garden mulch. While they may seem like a peaceful addition to the…
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Growing a garden is an excellent way to lower food costs. But buying seeds and plants can also add up. A simple (and fun) way to cut expenses is to save seeds from your own garden. Not only does this increase self-sufficiency, but it also builds resilience and helps you preserve the varieties you cherish. Although seed saving is straightforward,…
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