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In this episode we take a look at results for some of the seeds we sowed in the straw bale garden. Let’s take a look at the squash and the cucumbers then we will sow our main crop of pole beans for the season. The garden primed and ready to take off!! Thanks for watching!…
In this video I demonstrate how I collect eggs from our quail pen whilst giving an explanation on what eggs to keep or discard when saving eggs for eating or incubation/breeding. -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
In this coturnix quail video I run through what I feed them, the feeder I use, show re-filling the feeder, and talk a little about drinker set-up. I also write about quail on my blog: www.selfsufficientme.com I can chat about quail till the cows come home on our forum www.selfsufficientculture.com -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit…
Here’s another look at my DIY feeders and drinkers with a chat and walk around the pen. Also, talk a little in the beginning about fermenting feed. Link to DIY feeder: https://youtu.be/n8NQCqfnJj4 Link to Dog Proof Fence video: https://youtu.be/bOO1kiyXwsg Website: www.selfsufficientme.com -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Tomatoes and disease has always been a hot topic for gardeners but I challenge why we worry so much about trying to keep them disease free and in this video I show the ugly side of how I grow my tomatoes without much care at all! -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch…
In this video I show and explain how I built my fire pit from retaining wall blocks with a galvanised round garden bed for the inner rim. I will be using our fire pit to cook with eg spit roast our home grown pekin ducks and of course toast marshmallows! The video is pretty comprehensive…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Sowing or planting into gaps left behind after a crop is harvested is known as succession planting. Filling gaps as soon as crops are harvested will maximize the amount of food you can grow, making your garden space even more valuable and helping to reduce weed growth.…
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. As vegetables are harvested, gaps will inevitably appear in your garden. However, leaving bare soil exposes your garden to weeds and can make it more prone to erosion, plus it means your garden isn’t being as productive as it could be. Fill those gaps with quick-growing vegetables…
Everything you need to know about growing watermelons is here! We hope you will try them, they are very rewarding, and super delicious. In this episode we discuss planting watermelon, temperatures, nutrient requirements, fertilizing, trellis or not to trellis watermelon, and watering requirements. Enjoy! Send mail to: PO box 131 Marysville, MI 48040 450+ varieties…
This video shows how I grow peanuts in the home garden and also how to cook them to make a delicious TV snack! -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Here’s a planting demonstration on kale in a raised garden bed. The video shows soil preparation, fertiliser I use, mulching, and other tips etc. 🙂 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
On Allotment Grow How today I plant my potatoes… on a very hot day.
💛 📖 See the GrowVeg book here: https://www.growveg.com/growveg-the-beginners-guide-to-easy-gardening.aspx. Growing Potatoes is a hugely satisfying experience and doesn’t require a large portion of your garden for a successful crop. Potatoes are also fantastic fun to grow with your family especially finding the treasure when they’re ready to harvest. In this video we explain what’s required to…
This pruning trick is no secret by any means, but by starting early this tip can make a stalkier, sturdier, and healthier plant. Doubling, tripling, even beyond that! The possibilities are endless with a long enough growing season. .99 Heirloom Vegetable Seeds: http://www.MIgardener.com/store ——————————————————————————————- MIgardener Website http://www.MIgardener.com Join the fun on facebook @ http://www.facebook.com/MIgardener +1…
Earthworms are the workers of the soil and are sometimes called nature’s plow. Their job is very important for the quality of soil and also decomposition. Many of you will think the more earthworms there are the healthier the soil however this isn’t always the case. But as organic vegetable gardeners we encourage an abundance…
I was fed up with chicken feeders that made a big mess by dropping feed all over the ground so I have designed my own chicken/duck feeder made from everyday bins or buckets, which keeps the feed in the feeder until it’s eaten! Here’s my blog post about this feeder and at the end I’m…
In this episode I discuss how to mix you hydroponic fertilizer, and what I add to my beds. I got my fertilizer from Here is the fertilizer I use: http://amzn.to/2caomD1 This is jacks professional, and I am very pleased with the results. A high recommend from me! .99 Heirloom Vegetable Seeds: http://www.MIgardener.com/store ——————————————————————————————- MIgardener Website…
This video shows how you can grow an edible Christmas tree and have the best of both worlds – a great looking tree and something to eat on Xmas day! -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
Finally, a successful harvest of garlic in a subtropical climate! Here’s how I did it in my quick pick vege tip vid 🙂 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
This video gives some growing tips on globe artichokes then I take you inside to show how I prepare & cook an artichoke for eating. www.selfsufficientme.com Here is the link to my other video on eating an opening globe artichoke http://youtu.be/liujgtc_8uo?list=UUJZTjBlrnDHYmf0F-eYXA3Q A link to our forum discussion: http://www.selfsufficientculture.com/threads/globe-artichoke-pups-for-replanting.453/ -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree &…
This video shows how easy it is to grow a grape vine in your backyard and even off your house! Plus we cover pruning and propagation of new plants from cuttings. -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
This is how to make crunchy banana chips similar to the store variety but without the chemicals and oils! I give some tips on dehydrating sliced banana in a food dehydrator to get the best results possible. Also, here’s a popular article on my blog I wrote a few years back on how to make…
Hey everyone on this episode we are going to learn how to propagate herbs and tomatoes with only one ingredient. Also stay tuned for Gardener Question of The Week & Youtube Gardener of The Week! Question of The Week: Does a compost pile have to be covered if it is on the ground i have…
Live in an urban environment? Can’t have a compost pile? Let the power of the sun, and the efficiency of a trash can help you make great organic compost for your garden without the fuss! FOLLOW ME! WEBSITE: http://www.MIgardener.com FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/MIgardener INSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/MIgardener TWITTER: https://twitter.com/MI_gardener TUMBLR: http://MIgardener.tumblr.com G+: https://plus.google.com/+MIgardener Send mail to: PO box 131…
Here’s a walk through our backyard showing some different varieties of mandarins and oranges we grow. Along the way I give some tips about the varieties and how I get the best out of my trees such as fertilisers I use, pest protection, and general growing. I have also written a blog post about growing…
This video shows how I stopped my leaking dam by using a product called Watersave purchased here http://bit.ly/1z7EZWp on eBay. Go here for more info and where to purchase http://www.selfsufficientme.com/blog/view/1472/how_to_fix_a_leaking_dam_or_pond_cheap_easy___fast__watersave_review -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80 -~-~~-~~~-~~-~-
How to all-in-one worm, mite, and lice treatment for chickens and quail. http://www.selfsufficientculture.com/forum.php Update: For those who wish to read more in-depth about mite and lice treatment on chickens and other poultry I have written a very comprehensive article on our blog here http://www.selfsufficientme.com/poultry/chickens/real-truth-about-mite-lice-treatment-for-chickens-or-other-poultry -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: “5 Fruit Tree & Veggie Patch Questions” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50HgG0yBX80…
