An effective guide on how to prepare a natural slug deterrent using only eggshells.
An eggcellent slug deterrent
Blanching 101
a quick guide on how to make your vegetables last even longer.
Making and keeping a worm farm
A brief description of the benefits of keeping worms for your garden. And how you can make a worm farm to reap the rewards of keeping these wriggly little guys.
Happy New Year, and welcome to 2024!
New years is not only a time of celebration but also a time for reflection. And I offer a little motivation to those who may not have achieved as much as they had hoped during the past year.
Merry Christmas!
A simple Christmas message
Backyard Update
Hello, and welcome back to the Vandemonian homesteader. I hope that you are all doing well. I know it has only been a few days since my last post, but as I said, I plan to return to a regular posting schedule now that my life is finally back in order after the move. So... Continue Reading →
Repurposed garden containers
The Vandemonian homesteader shares a month of busy life in Tassie, from job hunting to garden exploration. Learn about innovative seed-raising methods from reusing egg cartons, shells, toilet rolls, plastic trays, and even paper towels. Discover practical tips and personal experiences for budget-friendly, eco-conscious gardening. Future posts promise more insights.
Seeds from groceries
In Tasmania, waiting until after the Royal Hobart show weekend to plant tomatoes is a tradition due to the risk of frost. The author shares a method of collecting and germinating seeds from grocery items, emphasizing the satisfaction of growing and harvesting one's own seeds.
Digging your backyard veggie garden
In this post, the author reflects on their garden and ongoing projects. They highlight challenges in gardening and share their experiences preparing and planting new garden beds, as well as their plans for future experiments. The post also hints at upcoming content on seed recovery and maintenance.
Planning your backyard veggie garden
The author expresses nostalgia for the Canadian autumn and excitement for gardening in the Southern Hemisphere. They detail renovating the bathroom and planning a veggie garden, emphasizing the importance of understanding the yard and preparing the soil, concluding with their upcoming plans for sowing seeds.
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