Author: Veronica Sparks

Veronica is a freelance writer, avid gardener, and suburban homesteader. She loves writing about home DIY, gardening, and self-sufficiency, and on any given Saturday, you can find her rewatching New Girl for the 100th time.

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Growing Food

Everything You Need to Know About Growing Fruit Trees

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Growing Food

How to Build a Raised Garden Bed and Save Big Money

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Growing Food

Raised Beds vs In-Ground Gardening: The Pros and Cons of Each Gardening Method

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Green Living Prepping

Chopping, Seasoning, and Storing Firewood: A Comprehensive Guide

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Raising Animals

Ducks vs Chickens: How to Decide Which to Raise

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Growing Food

How to Prepare a Garden for Vegetable Planting Season (in 6 Steps)

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Growing Food

Want a Patio Orchard? Here Are 9 Fruit Trees That Grow in Containers

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Growing Food

High Protein Vegetables: Grow Alternative Protein Sources on Your Suburban Homestead

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Green Living

Energy Saving Tips for Winter: 10 Ways to Lower Utility Bills During the Coldest Months

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Growing Food

Starting Seeds Indoors: You Can (And Should) Start These Vegetable Plants Early

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