ShellyBird GardenThere is something comforting about waking up to the smell of homemade bread baking in the kitchen. While I enjoy …
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Quail Eggs vs. Chicken Eggs: A Look at the Size Difference
ShellyIf you’ve ever wondered how quail eggs compare to chicken eggs, here’s a little look straight from my homestead. I …
How to Make Dried Strawberry Slices in a Dehydrator
One of my favorite ways to preserve fruit is by drying it, and strawberries are one of the easiest (and …
How to Make Crushed Egg Shells for Quail & Chickens
On our little homestead, nothing goes to waste, not even eggshells. I’ve been saving up shells from my quail eggs, …
The Importance of Flowers in the Vegetable Garden
There’s something undeniably joyful about stepping into a garden and being greeted not only by the promise of fresh vegetables …
A Colorful Tomato Harvest
There’s something deeply satisfying about bringing in a basket full of tomatoes fresh from the garden. Each tomato with its …
Listen to That Crow! Meet Whitey, My Bossy Little Quail
There’s something special about the little sounds of backyard life and today, it was my white quail’s turn to shine. …
Coneflowers in Containers: Beauty and Benefits in Small Spaces
There’s something peaceful about seeing white coneflowers bloom bright with cheerful petals standing tall in the garden container like little …
Growing Grapes in a Pot with a Simple Arch Trellis
You don’t need acres of land or a vineyard to grow grapes—just a sunny backyard, a large pot, and a …
Container Blueberries: Small Space, Sweet Rewards
This spring, my blueberry bushes are bursting with new growth – and little clusters of berries are beginning to form! …