The two most well-known ways to propagate trees are grafting and air layering. Sometimes, because these methods have similarities, they get confused with one another. This post explains the differences between grafting and air layering, so you can choose which one is...
Although most of us have chosen to homestead to get away from the rat race, we still want to earn money. Keeping your homestead profitable can be difficult and depends on many factors. Raising animals can be a rewarding and time-consuming addition to your...
Whether you’re looking to lower your electricity bill or live off the grid, a solar water heater is an excellent choice for your family homestead. You’re not alone if you’re wondering how long it takes for a solar water heater to heat up. ...
Looking for an enjoyable farmyard animal that can produce both meat and milk for your off-grid family? Goats are highly adaptable animals that thrive in Hawaii. In fact, there are large packs of feral goats in many areas on the leeward sides of the Hawaiian...
Whether you’re new to off-grid homesteading or a veteran, you’ve probably considered or bought a generator before. But what is the right size generator for your off grid homestead? Off grid cabins that rely on a generator for 100% of its electrical...
Living a sustainable lifestyle on your homestead means growing some or all of your own food. But not everyone wants to spend time taking care of farm animals. That’s why we’ve sorted through our favorite low-maintenance farm animals to pick...
I’m all for saving and recycling water whenever possible, including using ‘greywater’ in the garden. Greywater refers to water that comes from the washing machine, shower or bathroom sink. As long as the soap you use is biodegradable,...
It is easy to set up a basic rainwater system with even just a few rain barrels. But, what are you going to do with that rainwater? Beyond the most obvious: watering the garden, do you know what else you can do with collected rainwater? What Can Collected Rainwater Be...
Most homesteaders have hopes of growing most of their own vegetables, and tomatoes are usually at the top of their list. What you may not know is that there are unique challenges to growing this garden staple in tropical climates. Growing tomatoes in tropical areas...
Have you heard of Jaboticaba trees? (If you just said, “Jaba what?! Then you’re in the right place. And, it’s pronounced “jah-bow-chew-cah-bah”) Jaboticaba is a fruit tree native to Brazil that produces grape-like fruits that make...
