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Mother Earth News- Milking Shorthorn Cattle: Heritage Livestock BreedsThe Milking Shorthorn is a breed of dairy cattle that complements the similar Beef Shorthorn breed, a divide which sprouted from Shorthorn breeders stressing importance on milk production. Its population is relatively low, but its traits include self-sufficient calving and producing milk high in protein. […]
- White Wyandotte Chickens: Heritage Poultry BreedsThe White Wyandotte chicken emerged as a breed after the American Civil War, but nearly disappeared after large-scale egg production techniques were introduced. It has a pleasant, maternal disposition and is suited to cold climates. […]
- Milking Devon Cattle: Heritage Livestock BreedsThe Milking Devon is a triple-purpose breed that produces beef and milk, plus the steers make excellent draft animals. Despite a small population, they have many devoted breeders who agree that they thrive on rough, hilly pasture. […]
- Rhode Island Red Chickens: Heritage Poultry BreedsThe Rhode Island Red was originally bred to be a dual-purpose chicken, and is one of the most well-known chicken breeds. The egg-laying strain is now most abundant. […]
- Dutch Belted Cattle: Heritage Livestock BreedsDescended from the Lakenvelder breed of Holland, the distinctively Oreo-cookie-patterned Dutch Belt or Dutch Belted cattle produce high quality grass-fed milk. Despite a drastic decline in population in recent years, Dutch Belted cows are an attractive and valuable dairy breed and produce high quality milk. […]
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Topsy Turvy Tomato- 6 weeks later
Topsy Turvy Tomato – Well, I know that you’ve been waiting with bated breath for an update on my Topsy Turvy Tomato experiment. To be fair, we’ve had plenty of rain, but little sunshine. As we move into warmer weather, I hopeful for more growth. Despite that the first tomato has appeared and is on [...] -
Need some help in the garden?
Image via Wikipedia The Master Gardener Program was first started by Cooperative Extension in the State of Washington in 1972. It grew out of a need to meet an enormous increase in requests from home gardeners for horticultural information. Around the country, Master Gardeners have become a vital part of Cooperative Extension’s ability to provide [...] -
Garden resources for the home gardener
Gardening Resources – resources for the home gardener including composting, planting a victory garden, and growing fruit and vegetables at home. If you have had enough of snow and ice? One sure fire way to shake off those winter blues is start planning this year’s garden. To help – we’ve pulled together some helpful Bay [...] -
Steal from the neighbors
OK, let me clarify. I am not suggesting you pick Mrs. Brown’s prized begonias. What I am suggesting is that you take a look around the neighborhood to get ideas as to what works where. It is likely that you and your neighbor’s share similar soil conditions and weather patterns. Your plants will likely thrive [...] -
How to Build a Compost Pile
Tia Pinney shows us how to create a quick and easy compost pile. Personally, I always like to add some worms to help the process along and their castings (fancy word for worm poop) are nutrient rich. Everything that goes into the pile doesn’t end up in the landfill – yea! Tia Pinney is a [...] -
The Potted Garden
Container Garden Ideas – If you don’t have a lot of space or don’t live on the ground level, don’t despair – a lush garden can still be had. It just may need to be in the form of a potted garden. container garden, container, garden When planting in pots make sure there is plenty [...] -
Squirrels driving you nuts?
Squirrels – They’re cute, fuzzy little creatures in the park. They are ravenous unwanted pests when they start dining in your garden. But what can you do? We turned to our friends over at the National Gardening Association for help – Are tree squirrels digging up your bulbs and helping themselves to your bedding plants? [...] -
Wash me . . .
Image via Wikipedia Recently, all the fires raging all around California have left a layer of dust on our plants. Which reminds us, we all need baths including our plants. Remember that your plants breathe through their leaves. With so much smoke in the air (and, of course, no rain for months) your garden might [...] -
Rustic Home & Garden
Bear at Home is pleased to offer a full line of SPI products. Since 1973, SPI artists have created some of the most extrodinary treasures for the home & garden. Through the years, SPI has earned a reputation for unique design and quality craftsmanship. We are pleased to offer these quality products for your home. [...] -
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Are you looking for a source for a special plant? Are you looking for an expert gardening Web site for information on growing plants in your area? Want to learn more? Expert Advice Plant Finder Weed Library Gardening Articles Flowers Annuals Bulbs Perennials Roses Edibles Small Fruits & Berries Herbs Fruit & Nut Trees Vegetables [...]