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How to Save Your Seeds

August 28, 2019August 28, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Culinary Herbs, DIY, Gardening (general), Seeds, Vegetables

If you've grown some varieties that you really love, be sure to save a bunch of their seeds, both to grow again next year, and to trade with your friends/family.

Homemade Elderberry Syrup Recipe

August 17, 2019August 17, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Angelina Williamson, Herbal Medicine, Recipe

Elderberry syrup is one of the best and easiest remedies to make for the home medicine chest. Here's a tried-and-true recipe from one of our resident herbalists!

Make Your Own Immune-Boosting Herbal Harvest Cider Tonic

July 29, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Herbal Medicine, Recipe

Brew up a batch of this savory, immune-boosting harvest cider with just a few simple kitchen ingredients.

How to Propagate Cannabis Clones from Cuttings

July 22, 2019July 22, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening: General, Herbal Medicine

Growing medicinal cannabis plants from cuttings is far more effective than growing from seed. Read on to learn how to take strong, healthy cuttings, and grow your own!

Strawberry Jam 101

July 15, 2019July 15, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Fruit, Preservation

Summer strawberries are magnificent, so be sure to preserve some of them to enjoy next winter!

3 Reasons to Grow Yarrow

June 17, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Herbal Medicine, Permaculture

Yarrow might be considered a weed by some people, but this humble little plant is a superstar in the garden. Read on to find out why.

FTW Kitchen: Dandelion Pistou

April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Uncategorized

I know what you're thinking. 'If I have to look at another weed eating recipe, I'll scream. Or turn off my computer!' But, wait! If there wasn't something to this whole eat the weeds business, us world farmers wouldn't keep harping on it. Yesterday, dandelion greens were on sale at a huge chain supermarket for … Continue reading FTW Kitchen: Dandelion Pistou

10 Essential Gardening Tools (Plus a Few Extras that We Love)

April 10, 2019April 9, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general), Urban Gardening

Are you new to gardening? Or just expanding your garden toolshed? Here are 10 of the most invaluable tools for all your growing needs.

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Sowing Peas on St. Patrick’s Day

March 16, 2019March 16, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Catherine Winter, Cool Climate Vegetables, Gardening (general), Vegetables

Did you know that throughout the United Kingdom and parts of the USA, it's considered lucky to sow peas on St. Patrick's Day? In temperate areas, the ground has thawed enough by March 17th that peas can be planted, and sowing early will ensure a bountiful spring/early summer harvest.

The Green Conspiracy Garden Planner

March 14, 2019March 17, 2019 by farmtheworld, posted in Gardening (general), Homesteading, Urban Gardening, Vegetables

The Green Conspiracy Garden Planner has everything a gardener could need for a successful growing season, in a truly elegant package.