Gardening of any type is hard on your feet for various reasons. The main reasons are walking and standing on hard ground. Now, add the prickly thorns from plants and bushes as well as bites from pesky little insects, and it becomes crystal clear. As you can see, there are plenty of reasons to wear … Read more
Year-round vegetable and herb gardening indoors is easy if you have LED grow lights. For many homesteaders around the world, winter sunshine just isn’t enough light for raising food. It needs to be supplemented, or even replaced, with grow lamps. It used to be that indoor gardeners depended on high pressure sodium and metal halide … Read more
The trademark of hydroponic gardening is soil-less cultivating. However, something needs to support the plants somehow. This need is where we make use of growing mediums. Are you looking for affordable but quality growing media in the market? In this article, we list down our top 5 best hydroponic growing mediums, as well as some … Read more
Making your backyard healthier and more beautiful will require a lot of hard work and money. We all want to upgrade our yards but thinking about the budget sometimes turns people off. Fortunately, there are so many ways to enhance your backyard without going broke. Here are 13 backyard makeover ideas you can use to … Read more
There is a touch of whimsy added to your home when you incorporate hanging chairs. They are also a practical seating choice for both outdoor and indoor spaces. The most comfortable hanging chair combines a level of sophistication with comfort. However, there are numerous options on the market. Getting the wrong one may cost you … Read more
Dear Homesteader, do you have problems reaching tall tree branches that need pruning in your garden? Are you tempted to climb up a tree or a ladder to do the job? Well, we advise against climbing for pruning purposes. However, we introduce you to Ryobi One+ 8-inch Cordless Electric Pole Saw. This bad boy solves … Read more
Whether it is a boning knife, a hatchet, a tomahawk, a machete, or an ax, every homeowner, camper, and woodworker needs an effective tool sharpener. In this review, Morninghomestead walks you through some of the best axe-sharpening stones in the market. We also compare Gransfors vs. Lansky, ideally, the world’s most reputed brands. That is not all. Also, get to … Read more
By now you more than likely either have an AeroGarden kit or you know about them and are trying to decide which model is best for you. Although they each provide fresh produce, every model offers its own set of unique features. Some newer models have modern technology such as Wi-Fi and touch control panels. … Read more
Shade cloth covering for greenhouses construction is of a strong knitted Polyethylene fabric. The fabric is not only sturdy, but, it will not mildew, become brittle, or rot. You can buy shade cloth in bulk for better prices, or you can just buy the amount you need at the time. Farmers’ and gardeners’ shade material … Read more
When it comes to thick, healthy, lush, and green lawn, nothing beats grass sod for instant gratification. Sure, grass sod is a tad expensive, but lay it right, and in a couple of weeks, you have a dense, well-established lawn that is naturally resistant to weed, pet’s infestations, and diseases. For the best grass sod … Read more