Raising Chickens and Urban Gardening
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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It’s a new year, and a new gardening season is beginning! As we push through these dark winter days, nothing feels more comforting than a steaming cup of tea and a stack of seed catalogs spread out before you like a treasure map. My catalogs are already looking dog-eared from constant browsing and dreaming. For me, that’s key, as I…
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