Grow food, not just grass
Your resource for turning your lawn into a self-sufficient homestead—learn to plant veggies, herbs, and more for a sustainable garden.
Time-tested techniques from traditional and modern gardening
Tailored advice for every USDA hardiness zone
Companion planting and guild systems for better harvests
Organic methods that nurture soil and ecosystem health
Start growing with our most popular plants
Solanum lycopersicum
The crown jewel of the summer garden, tomatoes are versatile, nutritious, and incredibly rewarding to grow at home.
Ocimum basilicum
An aromatic herb essential for any kitchen garden, basil is easy to grow and pairs perfectly with tomatoes both in the garden and on the plate.
Lactuca sativa
A cool-season crop perfect for beginners, lettuce grows quickly and provides fresh salad greens throughout spring and fall.
Capsicum annuum
From sweet bells to spicy jalapeños, peppers add color, flavor, and nutrition to your garden and kitchen.
Cucurbita pepo
A prolific summer squash that's perfect for beginners, one or two plants can feed a family all season long.
Brassica oleracea var. sabellica
A nutritional powerhouse that thrives in cool weather, kale becomes sweeter after frost and can produce for months.
Traditional companion planting systems
An ancient Native American companion planting system combining corn, beans, and squash for mutual benefit and maximum yield.
Ancient Wisdom, Modern Garden
From soil health to harvest preservation, our comprehensive guides cover everything you need to transform your property into a thriving homestead.
Comprehensive guide to map sun exposure, soil types, and topography to tailor microclimates and boost plant performance in your garden.
Learn to interpret USDA zones, frost dates, and seasonal patterns to select climate-resilient crops and optimize planting schedules.
Master soil testing, organic amendments, and composting techniques to enrich soil structure, improve drainage, and support robust plant growth.
Discover how to choose high-yield, disease-resistant crop varieties tailored to your climate zone, space constraints, and culinary preferences.
Implement drip irrigation, rainwater harvesting, and watering schedules to conserve water and maintain consistent moisture in garden beds.
Create pollinator-friendly habitats with native flowers, nesting sites, and organic practices to boost pollination and natural pest control.
Tips, tutorials, and homesteading insights
Join thousands of gardeners who are transforming their yards into productive, beautiful ecosystems.
