Who are the leaders of G.R.O.W? These mysterious and heroic figures that have guided our movement, empowered the tomatoes and carrots? Who are the people who’ve brought back the power to the pumpkin, said “yes we can” to canning and “make it so” to the dehydrator?
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Learn MoreHere is the information you’ll need to get started with building your garden, growing your crops, preserving your bounty and caring for animals… if you dare!
Learn MoreHave you mastered all the other skills? Bored with seeds and dirt? There are loads of fun and practical things you can make with items from your backyard. We’ll explore some of these together, as fun projects on the days we just don’t want to go outsid
Learn MoreIt really is amazing how prolific nature is. I never understood this until we started growing tomatoes. That first year, we must have planted 20 tomato plants, and we were harvesting 1-2 gallons a day. We learned very quickly about canning, freezing and...
Learn MoreHerbs are easy to grow, and can really make your garden smell great. We plant aromatic herbs and plants right on the walkway up to our front door. Sitting on the porch, or just coming home after a long day at work is filled with the smell of lavender, scented...
Learn MoreMany fruits are easy to grow. Strawberries, raspberries, blackberries, even small fruit trees can help bring the children into the garden. And most are so productive, that you’ll have a supply of fruit at harvest time to freeze, make jam, or even fruit wines.
Learn MoreThe quality of your soil is a make-it-or-break-it for success in your garden. Even if your starting with nothing, there are many great ways to increase your soil fertility.
Learn MoreWhat would a farm be without animals? Like it or not, you’ll have some. The question is, will these be invited members of your household, happy visitors, or pests that steal your hard work?
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