The author guides you through the process of setting up your property (no matter how small or large), establishing a garden, welcoming animals into the fold, living more resourcefully, and expanding your homestead kitchen tools and skills with grace and confidence. Includes chapters on raising chickens, animal husbandry, growing a garden, home dairy production, bee keeping, resourceful living and homestead kitchen skills
Growing Vegetables (The First-Time Gardener) is an essential guide for novice gardeners, providing practical advice and inspiration to cultivate a successful garden, even for first-timers. Starting a vegetable garden can feel overwhelming, and many questions arise before you dig in. This resource addresses common concerns: Where should the garden be located? How do I prepare the soil? What vegetables are best to plant? Should I start from seeds or buy transplants? How do I care for my garden, including watering, feeding, and pest management? Jessica Sowards, a passionate homesteader and host of YouTube's Roots and Refuge Farm, serves as an encouraging teacher, sharing not only essential gardening skills but also time-management tips for success. You'll learn to prepare, plant, and maintain your vegetable garden while designing an eco-friendly layout and maximizing your harvest, even in limited spaces. Jessica aims to ensure your first experience with growing food is enjoyable, welcoming all questions—no matter how basic. With just one growing season, you can discover the joy of cultivating your own healthy, organic food, guided by Jessica's expertise and enthusiasm.