I started the 2026 garden seeds upstairs in my kitchen area. Once I felt they were established I moved them to the basement. I have an area of the basement set aside with a grow light. I used some mylar to reflect light. Below you see the seed starts in egg cartons, peat pots, and …
best of all—the sales are blooming
Excited that my Jersey Devil tomatoes have sprouted! Now to keep them going! The Jersey Devil has become my favorite variety. Jersey Devil tomato is an indeterminate heirloom variety with elongated, pepper-like shape and vibrant red color. It produces large, meaty fruits that are ideal for making sauces and salsas, with a rich, sweet flavor …
Got my potatoes in yesterday. They need a little more soil. That’s on the to-do list for today. I’m using an empty poultry feed back to grow them in. I used a bag last year for sweet potatoes. It worked beautifully. #homesteading #garden #holsteinhouse #bnb #wv #usa
