Grow vegetables and herbs from seed and bring fresh, homegrown food from your backyard garden to the table. This category focuses on easy crops, fast-growing favorites, and low-maintenance garden habits that help beginner gardeners grow food they’ll actually enjoy harvesting and eating.
New to vegetable gardening? Start here:
A good gardener is always thinking ahead to the next season. Planning ahead and preparing our gardens for spring really begins in the fall. There are so many things we can do now to improve our soil quality, reduce disease, and get plants started for the next season.
Learn how to harvest, cure, and store sweet potatoes long-term by following this simple method.
Have you started planning your fall vegetable garden season? I’m sharing my favorite veggies, herbs, and flowers for the fall garden in this post! Learn when to plant a fall vegetable garden and the best vegetables and flowers to grow in the fall.
As summer fades, don’t let your gardening season end. Learn my secrets to growing a fall vegetable garden and enjoy your garden’s bounty well into fall and winter.
Want to grow a bounty of sweet potatoes from just one grocery store tuber? Here’s a simple guide to help you do just that!
Sweet potatoes are a nutritious and versatile crop that store well through winter. They’re easy to grow and don’t require much extra processing, making them perfect for home gardeners and homesteaders.
Growing herbs for herbal tea is a simple process and a rewarding experience. Herbs are so easy to grow and
Learn how to grow garlic. This guide explains how to plant and harvest garlic. Garlic is great for beginners, self-sufficiency, and homesteading.
Learn how to determine the best time to plant and ensure your plants thrive! Discover frost dates, hardiness zones, and temperature requirements for crops. With this knowledge, confidently plan and plant your garden. Find out when it’s safe to start planting and which crops are suited for different seasons. Whether you’re a beginner or want to enhance your skills, this information will help you create your best garden yet!
See our raised beds with arched trellises, the in-ground cut flower garden, and the small orchard at Not Quite a Homestead backyard garden.
