Gardening and Livestock Archives - Rainy River Homesteaders

Container Gardening vs. Traditional Gardening

10 Mar, 26

Container gardening and traditional gardening both grow food well, but…

How a 300-Foot Hose Made Me a Drip Irrigation Believer

2 Sep, 25

After years of dragging 300 feet of hose, I switched…

Life’s Crazy, but the Garden’s Good

12 Aug, 25

Life’s been a whirlwind, but the garden’s thriving. Raspberries are…

Raising Meat Birds When Your Kids Name Them

7 Jun, 25

Raising meat chickens was the plan—until the kids named them…

I Thought Homesteading Would Be Peaceful – Then I Got Chickens

24 May, 25

I thought chickens would be the easiest part of homesteading—until…

What to Do When You Planted Too Much… Again

5 May, 25

Too many tomatoes? More beans than you can blanch? If…

Best Crops for Small-Space Homesteading

10 Mar, 25

Gardening in Northwestern Ontario’s short season? No problem! With the…

Planning Your Spring Garden Now: What to Do Before the Snow Falls

9 Oct, 24

As homesteaders, we depend on our gardens not just for…

How to Keep Chickens Warm in -40°F Winters

23 Sep, 24

Chickens are hardy animals, built to withstand cold weather with…

Growing Rhubarb: Tips and Tricks

27 May, 24

Growing rhubarb isn't just about sunshine and soil—it's a rite…

What is Companion Planting

18 May, 24

As a dedicated homesteader, I've always found immense joy in…

A Guide to Starting Seedlings Indoors

29 Mar, 24

Starting seedlings indoors is a rewarding and essential step in…

A Homesteader’s Guide: Planning Your Canadian Garden

15 Feb, 24

. By following these tips and techniques, you can create…

10 Winter Gardening Preparations for a Bountiful Homestead Harvest

12 Feb, 24

A Guide to Drying Flowers at Home

27 Jan, 24

By incorporating the art of drying flowers into your homesteading…

Growing a Jungle of Microgreens Indoors

26 Oct, 23

The world of microgreens is a delightful and rewarding journey…

The 5 Best House Plants to Clean the Canadian Air

14 Oct, 23

By introducing these house plants into your home, you can…

Orchards of Joy: 10 Playful Ways to Harness Your Apple Tree’s Bounty on the Homestead

21 Aug, 23

Ten whimsical ways to make the most of your apple…

7 Ways to Keep Your Chickens Cool During the Summer Heat

9 Jun, 23

By implementing these seven effective strategies you can help your…

A Homesteader’s Guide to Growing, Cooking, and Preserving Corn

5 Jun, 23

Welcome to our homesteader's cornucopia, where we celebrate the joys…

No-Till Gardening vs Traditional Tilled Gardens

29 May, 23

Welcome, fellow homesteaders and garden enthusiasts, to a green revolution…

The Homesteader’s Guide to Foraging and Growing Asparagus

22 May, 23

Embrace the joy of foraging for wild asparagus and revel…

How To Use Grass Clippings

20 May, 23

Grass clippings are a valuable resource that can be maximized…

Harnessing the Power of Dandelions

18 May, 23

As a homesteader in Canada, incorporating dandelions into your lifestyle…

The Essential Guide to Chicken Brooders

11 May, 23

A chicken brooder is an essential tool in your journey…

Chicken Coop Fly Control

4 May, 23

By implementing these natural fly control methods, you can create…

18 Ways to use old Tires

2 May, 23

From garden beds and flower planters to rainwater harvesting systems…

Growing National Pickling Cucumbers in Canada

18 Apr, 23

Growing pickling cucumbers in Canada is a rewarding experience that…

When to Water Your Apple and Pear Trees

2 Apr, 23

At Rainy River Homestead, we know that growing fruit trees…

Planting Garlic in Canada

2 Apr, 23

Planting garlic is a simple and rewarding way to be…

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