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DIY Grey Water System for an Off-Grid Homestead

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Contributor · Growing

This simple DIY grey water system is such a great way to recycle precious water while saving lots of money! When I moved into my partner’s owner-built, off-grid homestead in the woods, it had an outhouse, a deep well with a hand pump, and a kitchen sink with no running water and a five-gallon bucket under the open drain.

Tips for How to Germinate Seeds Indoors

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

Need some tips on how to germinate or start seeds indoors? Learn to start seeds from testing seeds to soil and tray selection.

Rainwater Harvesting: It’s a Good Idea (Even if You Have Running Water)

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Contributor · Growing

In my grandparents’ day, rainwater harvesting was one of the best ways of conserving water. My grandmother collected rainwater in a barrel at the corner of the house for decades.

Successfully Growing Arugula From Seed Indoors

February 25, 2019 · Ryan Slabaugh · Growing

Arugula, if you’re not familiar, is a jagged-edged, leafy green with thin stems and is what I believe, one of the best vegetables for container gardening.

Using Grey Water in the Garden

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

Using pure, fresh water in the garden—while sending only “slightly used” grey water into the septic or sewer system—is considered wasteful in some situations. Where water is extremely scarce, some people consider it insane.

A Beginner’s Guide to Container Potatoes

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

Add to Favorites By Lori Fontanes I know what you’re thinking: what’s so special about potatoes? With all those ubiquitous orders of fries and mashed platters, why do I need to …

Sack Plants: Go Landless

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

When weighing the costs and efforts of traditional gardening, the quality of soil is crucial. It must be properly tilled and nourished for plants to thrive.

Pruning Shear Options

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

While the purpose of the pruners is the same, know that each has different qualities that will speak to you more than others.

Understanding Forage Production and Forage Quality

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

Add to Favorites By John Hibma – Forages are the foundation of all livestock diets. The production and feeding of high-quality forages will help ensure that livestock grows at an optimal …

Growing Tepary Beans: The Most Heat-Tolerant Crop in the World

February 25, 2019 · Countryside Magazine Contributor · Growing

Add to Favorites By Kevin Geer – I grow beans every year on the ranch. One of my favorite meals includes fresh-picked Blue Lake Green beans. They’re so delicious! Just thinking …

DIY Grey Water System for an Off-Grid Homestead

Tips for How to Germinate Seeds Indoors

Rainwater Harvesting: It’s a Good Idea (Even if You Have Running Water)

Successfully Growing Arugula From Seed Indoors

Using Grey Water in the Garden

A Beginner’s Guide to Container Potatoes

Sack Plants: Go Landless

Pruning Shear Options

Understanding Forage Production and Forage Quality

Growing Tepary Beans: The Most Heat-Tolerant Crop in the World

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