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Homestead Know How if you ask homesteaders why they changed their lives, it all boils down to one simple idea: Freedom.

03/02/2023

February is here so it might be time to start planing your Potatoes.
here are some tips.
Choose a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Potatoes prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH of around 6.0-7.0.

Purchase seed potatoes, which are potatoes that have been specifically grown for planting. Cut them into chunks with at least one "eye" on each piece, making sure that each piece has at least one good bud.

Allow the cut potatoes to dry out for a few days, this will help prevent rotting.

Prepare the soil by removing any rocks or debris and working in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

Plant the seed potatoes about 4-6 inches deep, and about 12-18 inches apart.

Water the soil thoroughly after planting and keep it consistently moist.

As the potato plants grow, mound soil up around the stems to keep the developing tubers covered.

Potatoes take about 60-90 days to mature, depending on the variety.

I recomend these varitys,
Elba, Red Gold & Magic Molly

02/02/2023

February is here so it might be time to start planing your Turnips.
here are some tips.
Choose a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Turnips prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH of around 6.0-7.0.

Prepare the soil by removing any rocks or debris and working in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

Sow the turnip seeds in a straight row, spacing them about 1/4 inch deep and 3-4 inches apart.

Water the seeds thoroughly after planting, and keep the soil consistently moist until germination.

Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to about 4-6 inches apart.

Keep the soil consistently moist and weed-free, as turnips do not compete well with weeds.

Turnips take about 40-50 days to mature, depending on the variety.
I recomend these varitys,
Mammoth Forage, White Egg & Top Star.

01/02/2023

February is here so it might be time to start planing your Radishes.
here are some tips.
Choose a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Radishes prefer a slightly acidic to neutral pH of around 6.0-7.0.

Prepare the soil by removing any rocks or debris and working in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

Sow the radish seeds in a straight row, spacing them about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart.

Water the seeds thoroughly after planting, and keep the soil consistently moist until germination.

Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to about 1-2 inches apart.

Keep the soil consistently moist and weed-free, as radishes do not compete well with weeds.

Radishes take about 22-30 days to mature, depending on the variety.
I recomend these varitys,
Sakurajima Mammoth, "Fire and Ice" & White Beauty.

31/01/2023

February is coming so it might be time to satr planing your Beets.
here are some tips.

Choose a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Beets prefer a neutral pH of around 6.5-7.

Prepare the soil by removing any rocks or debris and working in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

Sow the beet seeds in a straight row, spacing them about 1/4 inch deep and 2-3 inches apart. Beets are typically sown in clusters, and later on thinned out to one beet per cluster.

Water the seeds thoroughly after planting, and keep the soil consistently moist until germination.

Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to about 2-3 inches apart.

Keep the soil consistently moist and weed-free, as beets do not compete well with weeds.

Beets take about 50-70 days to mature, depending on the variety.
I recomend these varitys,
Red Ball, Chioggia & Bull’s Blood.

30/01/2023

February is coming so it might be time to satr planing your Carrots,
here are some tips.
Choose a location that receives full sun and has well-drained soil. Carrots prefer a neutral pH of around 6.5-7.

Prepare the soil by removing any rocks or debris and working in some organic matter such as compost or aged manure.

Sow the carrot seeds in a straight row, spacing them about 1/4 inch deep and 1 inch apart.

Water the seeds thoroughly after planting, and keep the soil consistently moist until germination.

Once the seedlings have emerged, thin them out to about 2-3 inches apart.

Keep the soil consistently moist and weed-free, as carrots do not compete well with weeds.

Carrots take about 60-75 days to mature, depending on the variety.

I recomend these varitys,
Thumbelina, Kaleidoscope and Red.
Happy growing.

27/01/2023

February is a great time to plan for raising chickens on your homestead. Research breeds, coop designs, and feed options.

27/01/2023

Get your homestead ready for spring by setting up a rainwater harvesting system. Collecting rainwater can save money and conserve resources.

26/01/2023

February is a great time to start preparing your homestead for the upcoming growing season. Begin by turning over your soil and adding compost or fertilizer.

26/01/2023

Learn about different homesteading techniques and strategies by reading books or watching videos on the subject. There's always something new to learn!

25/01/2023

Get ready for spring by planning your homestead's landscape. Consider adding fruit trees, berry bushes, or a vegetable garden.

25/01/2023

Got cabin fever? Use this time to plan your homestead's layout and design. Sketch out your dream garden, chicken coop, or barn.

24/01/2023

Get a jump start on your homesteading goals by learning a new skill this month. How about trying your hand at making homemade soap or cheese?

24/01/2023

February is a great time to take stock of your homestead's resources and plan for the year ahead. Are there any areas you want to improve or expand on?

23/01/2023

Don't let the cold weather stop you from homesteading! Indoor gardening and seed starting are great ways to get a head start on the growing season.

23/01/2023

February is National Wild Bird Feeding Month! Set up a bird feeder on your homestead and enjoy watching your feathered friends all year long.

22/01/2023

February is the perfect time to start planning your homesteading projects for the spring! Have you made a list of all the things you want to grow and raise this year?

22/01/2023

4 joys about Homesteading,
1. The satisfaction of growing and harvesting your own food.
2. The sense of self-sufficiency and independence that comes with homesteading.
3. The joy of working with your hands and being close to nature.
4. The sense of community and connection that can come from homesteading with others or sharing your harvest with neighbors.

15/01/2023

Did you know that Abraham Lincoln introduced the Homestead Act in 1862. The Homestead Act allowed people to acquire 160 acres of land, but the condition is that they should be living and working on it.

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