When planning out my garden calendar for the year, I always consider what to plant in February to keep my garden continuously producing and to prepare for the next big growing season.
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Since winters in North Carolina tend to be mild, figuring out what to plant in January wasn’t as difficult for me as it can be for those in colder climates. Even so, understanding what plants thrive in cooler temperatures and what seedlings I could start for upcoming months leveled up my gardening skills.
Read more →I love tackling the question of what to plant in December because many newbie gardeners don’t realize the potential for growing fresh veggies even through the colder months. If I can help more fellow homesteaders extend their growing seasons and reap larger, longer harvests, it’s honestly a mission accomplished for me.
Read more →As mild as North Carolina winters tend to be, I have to take extra care when I’m considering what to plant in winter and how to best take care of winter vegetable seedlings once they’re in the dirt. If you’ve been gardening or homesteading for any length of time, chances are you’re wondering about the possibilities of growing fresh produce even when the weather gets colder. You’re not alone, as we homesteaders like to grow our own food regardless of the weather.
Read more →In my life, I’ve experienced freedom from debt and the reduction of my living expenses through a series of choices that include downsizing to a tiny home, becoming a minimalist, and starting homesteading.
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