Andrew

Hi, I’m Andrew. I grew up on a farm, so growing food has been part of my life for a long time. After Betty and I got married, we started growing and canning on our own land. More recently, when we bought our property, we put in 21 raised garden beds. We grew so much that we were able to can over 100 quart jars of produce. On this site, I write the kind of blog posts I wish I had when we were figuring it out.

Chicken Playground

11 Practical Chicken Playground Ideas That Are Cheap and Easy to Set Up

August 4, 2025

Chickens like to stay busy too! When they’re bored, that’s when the feather picking and ...

Garden Design, Garden Fence, Hog Wire

16 Hog Wire Fence Ideas That Look Good and Last Long

August 4, 2025

A hog wire fence is one of those things that just works. It’s sturdy, lasts ...

12 Brick Garden Landscaping Ideas for a Timeless Look

July 25, 2025

Bricks have a way of making a garden look like it’s been cared for over ...

Gardening Tools

11 Garden Tool Storage Ideas to Keep Your Yard Neat and Organized

July 25, 2025

Keeping a garden looking good is hard enough without tripping over shovels and rakes every ...

How to Create a Planting Plan for Any Garden

July 25, 2025

A good garden doesn’t just happen on its own – it’s all about planning. A ...

14 Easy Rose Garden Ideas for Any Yard

July 24, 2025

Roses have a way of bringing life and warmth to any yard, but many people ...

12 Trellis Ideas for Privacy That Make Your Backyard Feel Peaceful

July 24, 2025

Not every backyard needs a tall fence to feel private. Sometimes, all it takes is ...

10 Garden Sink Ideas to Make Outdoor Chores Easier

July 24, 2025

You know those moments when you’re holding muddy garden tools or a basket full of ...

Greenhouse Garden

How to Build a Lean-To Greenhouse Step by Step

July 23, 2025

A lean-to greenhouse is one of the easiest ways to grow more food or flowers ...

How to Design a Potager Garden

July 23, 2025

A potager garden is where good food and good looks meet. It’s not just about ...