Category: Gardening tips

133 Homesteading Skills for the Modern Day Homesteader

133 Homesteading Skills for the Modern Day Homesteader Are you considering getting a lot more serious about homesteading? You do not need to be in a country area with a lot of land to homestead effectively. All you need to do is know the proper skills to apply to get the results you need. A …

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Home remedies for Poison Ivy and Poison Oak

Home remedies for Poison Ivy and Poison Oak A rash from poison ivy is caused by an oil found in the plant called urushiol. When this oil touches your skin, it often causes an itchy, blistering rash. Most people can safely treat the rash at home. However, if you experience any of the following symptoms, …

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27 Easy Remodeling Projects That Will Completely Transform Your Home

27 Easy Remodeling Projects That Will Completely Transform Your Home Are you looking to upgrade your home without any costly renovations? Do you want to transform parts of your home from bleak to beautiful? Then some of these remodeling ideas will be perfect for you. Whether you attempt on your own, if you are handy, …

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Backyard Chickens 101

Backyard Chickens 101 Even though the idea of getting fresh eggs from your backyard every morning sounds great, you may have a few concerns about keeping them. Chickens are a great species to start with on the farm – they’re easy to care for, inexpensive, and rewarding. But there are a few really good questions to ask …

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12 Things to Do With Lemon Balm

12 Things to Do With Lemon Balm Lemon balm is a perennial herb from the mint family. The leaves, which have a mild lemon aroma, are used to make medicine. Lemon balm is used alone or as part of various multi-herb combination products. Lemon balm is one of the best herb you can easily grow …

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