“Maypops” are the delicious fruit of a passionflower species (Passiflora incarnata) native to the Southeastern US. Find out how to forage, grow, and eat this tropical-flavored delicacy!…
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Want to hatch goose eggs? Or have a broody goose sitting on a nest of eggs? Find out what to expect, problems that may arise, and the benefits of letting momma goose incubate the eggs! …
Want to raise ducks from eggs? Before you take a crack at it, find out what you need to know to successfully hatch duck eggs, from A to Z! …
Looking for fruits, herbs, and vegetables that grow in shade? You’re in luck! Check out our list of EDIBLE, shade-loving annual, biennial, & perennial plants, & the seasons in which they perform best.…
Trying to understand your backyard duck mating and courtship behaviors — or that of wild ducks? Find out everything you need to know to make sense of those seemingly strange duck behaviors! …
These amazing duck facts will help you realize that ducks are smart, highly sociable creatures capable of mind-boggling feats of athleticism — and more!…
If you raise backyard ducks, having a DIY self-cleaning pond that you don’t have to dump every few days is a game-changer. Even if you don’t have ducks, having a backyard pond is a quality of life boo…
Grow beautiful flowers and get delicious food and drinks from the same plant? Find out how to grow and use edible Hibiscus sabdariffa plants, aka roselle!…
Find out how to raise happy, healthy ducklings from hatch day to adulthood, whether you’re a backyard poultry enthusiast, homesteader, or micro farm! …
Thinking about raising backyard ducks? Before you get your feathers wet, make sure you know these 11 important details about raising ducks — for your sake AND your ducks’ sake. …
Elderberries & elderflowers make delicious food and have proven medicinal benefits. Here’s how to grow your own, using organic methods! …
Trying to figure out how to tell the difference between male & female ducks, whether they’re ducklings or ducks? Find out how to sex ducks, regardless of their age! (For bred/domestics & Mallards.)…
Even if you don’t have a garden, you probably have a yard full of wild edible weeds. You can learn how to ID and use them in recipes to enjoy nutrient-rich, flavorful foods growing right outside your …
Pineapple guava plants (Feijoa sellowiana), aka feijoa or guavasteen, produce delicious, edible flowers and tropical-flavored fruit. Find out how to grow these unique evergreen plants in cooler climat…
Duck eggs vs chicken eggs: what’s the difference? Here’s a 7-point comparison to help you learn the differences between duck eggs and chicken eggs so you can decide which one is best for you! …