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12 Best (Uncommon) Fruit Trees to Grow in the Tropics
When it comes to fruit, the tropics can grow some of the best out there. Juicy mangoes, tasty papayas & yummy bananas quickly come to mind when we think of tropical fruits. That’s just the tip of the iceberg though. There are SO many delicious tropical...
Off Grid Water Harvesting: How To Install Rainwater Catchment
Water is the most important thing to consider when choosing a homestead. Without water, your off-grid property is virtually worthless. But how do you tap into a reliable water source for your off-grid homestead? There are two ways to harvest...
5 Ways To Do Laundry On Your Off-Grid Homestead Even Without Electricity
When we think of going off-grid, many of us come up with images of a small house on some land, powered by the sun with food growing everywhere. We almost never conjure up images of the hours of chores that need to get done to keep the homestead running. Laundry...
Growing Cucumbers in Hawai’i
Growing conditions are ideal for a wide variety of food crops in the Hawaiian Islands. One of the best crops to grow in many backyard gardens across the state is the Cucumber. They thrive in the tropical climates that the islands have to offer.Cucumbers in...
Growing Grapes in Hawai’i and Other Tropical Regions
When it comes to Hawai’i, most people conjure up images of exotic tropical fruits, growing abundantly across the islands. Few even consider the fact that many fruits from the mainland can grow quite well in the tropics as well. One of those fruits is the...
Katuk: Easy Perennial Green For The Off Grid Homestead
One of the best things about living in Hawai’i is the variety of perennial leafy greens that thrive in our tropical environment. One of my favorites to grow in my backyard food forest is Katuk. Not only is it easy to grow, but it tastes good too.You may...