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In this video, I show you how I prune my basil plants for the best growth and bushiness, and I show you the optimal range of conditions in how to grow your plants. Basil can be grown indoors or outdoors, and if given the right conditions, is an excellent companion plant for tomatoes, peppers, and…
In this video, I give you my 7 easiest and favorite herbs and spices to grow in your backyard food garden completely organic. Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/selfsufficientme Help support the Channel and buy a T-shirt/Merchandise from our Spreadshirt shop: https://goo.gl/ygrXwU Shop on Amazon for gardening: https://bit.ly/2KYWOki Shop for gardening on eBay Australia: https://bit.ly/2s9Dqd8 Blog:…
There is nothing else to harvest at the house yet, so I am making an infused oil with one of the few things that I have – violet leaves. They are supposed to have anti inflammatory properties that will make a perfect “hard work” salve down the line. So I am picking them and packing…
So, I got high on St John’s Wort. And no, that’s not a thing, lol. Having had this crazy experience with St John’s Wort has lead to me taking seriously a lot of claims about the power of herbs, even though I wouldn’t normally be inclined to believe. And more importantly, it has me very…
Elderberries! They are medicinal magic! But what do they look like and how do they look compared to Pokeberry! Let’s chat about it! Note! Always make sure you do your own homework when it comes to foraging! Enjoy & thanks for watching! xo Like, Subscribe & RING THAT BELL! ~ Magicfly Egg Candler:http://amzn.to/2jwaqqd *afflink ~Freshener…
Mrs. MIgardener has been asking for a kitchen herb garden for a while so I thought I would make that dream a reality. Send mail to: PO box 131 Marysville, MI 48040 450+ varieties of Heirloom & Non-GMO Vegetable seeds .99/pack, fertilizer, garden tools, blog & More: http://www.MIgardener.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/MIgardener Instagram: http://instagram.com/MIgardener G+: http://plus.google.com/+MIgardener Pinterest:…
If you would like to know how to get a massive harvest of mint from the one container then this is the video to watch! I give my 5 top tips on how to increase mint production. Blog: http://www.selfsufficientme.com/ (use the search bar on my website to find info on certain subjects) Forum: http://www.selfsufficientculture.com Facebook:…
When gardening indoors I am always asked what plants are the best and which ones I choose to grow and why. In this episode I will cover my favorite 3 and why they are my number 1 choice when growing food indoors. Send mail to: PO box 131 Marysville, MI 48040 450+ varieties of Heirloom…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Delicious, aromatic herbs look fantastic in pots and can transform your cooking. Grow several different types together and you’ll enjoy fresh pickings time and again. A herb planter looks gorgeous and makes a unique, personal gift for your gardening- or cooking-obsessed loved ones. In this short video…
Farmers markets seem to be on the rise yet some are getting a bit discouraged in their efforts as vendors. This is a 2 part series. In this part I address the difficulty of sales and a few suggestions as to how to improve. An American Homestead Podcast: Are farmers markets worth the effort? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQThFS82pJM…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Growing new herbs from established plants is easy to do and a great way to bulk out your existing herb garden. And now’s the time to do it! Many perennial herbs such as rosemary, sage and thyme are easily propagated by taking ‘semiipe’ cuttings in late summer.…
In this episode we will discuss 5 plants that do very well in low light and shady conditions. These are plants that do well in 3-4 hours of direct sun and can handle more, but will do fine where other plants will suffer. Send mail to: PO box 131 Marysville, MI 48040 450+ varieties of…
This may well be the last gardening video I do this year. I have to pull back and seek a balance in my life again after all the upsets from the last year. The new job is much more stressful than it has to be due to poor management and I have to figure out…
Elderberry Syrup is a natural and effective way to fight cold and flu. It is also delicious with this recipe. We have found that this recipe always helps us in our time of need. Always do what is best for you and your family and always do your own homework before taking any sort of…
The Great Appalachian Homesteading Conference scheduled for Saturday, April 2nd, 2016 at The Cumberland County Fairgrounds in Crossville, Tennessee! This is event is being brought to you by Appalachia’s Homestead with Patara! You will enjoy learning skills every homesteader should know with a focus on homesteading, heritage, and history! We have an incredible list of…
Finally harvested another of my yacon.
Today we are looking at a final update of the hydroponic setup! We have enjoyed growing greens, and making delish salads all this winter! Check it out! What greens do you like to grow? Hydroponic Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmT1H52OB8n1jpS1A8UgVxIvI9-QZwCHy Send mail to: PO box 131 Marysville, MI 48040 450+ varieties of Heirloom & Non-GMO Vegetable seeds .99/pack,…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Fresh herbs can transform meals into something really special, but many herbs die back in winter so it’s worth preserving your harvest before this happens to ensure a continued supply through to next spring. Air drying, microwave drying, freezing, and mixing into butter, vinegars or oils are…
Just a little of what is going on. Several plans for the garden after the busy season is over with. Hopefully I will get to them
Walk through at the garden at the house. Yacon update and a little lesson learned about my peas.
I need a strong, stable trellis that looks at least halfway decent to train the wild rose onto. I thought of buying one to save some time but the cost was completely unacceptable. So, I’m building one. If you want to see the finished product but don’t want to sit through the build just skip…
Did some more shredding today for my mother in law. A few points I wanted to share. I definitely feel one of these is very beneficial if one has a lot of cuttings or can gain acces to them. Talk to the neighbors and get theirs. Stop and ask when you see people cutting. Don’t…
Whats in my garden that came from saved seeds. What I plan to save this year. Coordinate with others to lighten the individual load for seed saving. Stay tuned…. more to come!
Progress is slow due to certain “challenges”. Showing a little progress and some things I am trying this year.
In Vitro meat and my thoughts on what I consider the ridiculous excuses for it. Very sorry but a few “expletives” did make it past my lips towards the end. I mistakenly uploaded the unedited video. Very sorry about the gaps and being so long. As it is already up I guess I will leave…
Plans for today got shifted to tomorrow. Taking some time to clear and organize. A few items I could use advice and opinions.
Beneficial insects are great to have in your garden, from Lacewings to Ladybugs, Hover flies to Butterflies each do important jobs for example eradicating pests or pollinating flowers. And in this video I will be giving you the flowers you should grow to attract them but also look nice and a few even can be…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Whether you’re growing your own food for the improved taste, range of varieties or health benefits, choosing crops that are high value can also make a real saving on your food bills. In this video we explain a simple set of criteria you can use to determine…
