by No Ordinary Homestead | Aug 12, 2020 | Garden, House & Home
Silverfish are not fish — but they are the most skin-crawling insects after cockroaches. These pests are a nuisance, although they only destroy clothes, wallpaper, and books. To identify a silverfish, you’ll want to look for bugs that are small, silver, and have...
by No Ordinary Homestead | Jul 13, 2020 | Garden, House & Home
Are you looking for ways to improve the look and feel of your garden ahead of next summer? In this short guide, we’ll break down several approaches you can take to achieve your goal! For one, it might interest you to include some water features throughout your garden....
by Tiffany | May 6, 2020 | Food, Garden, Homesteading Life
We went down to the orchard today and harvested about 22 pounds (10 kilos) of mirabelle plums from our trees. We really should have harvested them a week or so earlier, but we simply haven’t had the time. Thank God we found Nico, our new farm hand, when we did...
by No Ordinary Homestead | Apr 15, 2020 | Garden, House & Home
Everyone would want a well-manicured lawn, but the secret lies in regular maintenance, and this requires a lot of time and effort. There are serious downsides for neglecting your lawn. As a homeowner, you’ll enjoy numerous benefits by ensuring proper care. One of the...
by No Ordinary Homestead | Feb 26, 2020 | Garden
Cutting down a tree is dangerous and should be done by professionals and trained personnel whenever possible. However, if you can’t afford to hire a professional, you can learn some tips and techniques and do it yourself. Regardless of the size of the tree, the most...
by No Ordinary Homestead | Feb 20, 2020 | Garden, House & Home, Style
For most people, homes are not just a place to live in; it is a sanctuary of joy and comfort. As a place of haven, we want our homes to be maintained and valued. It is understandable to want to take care of the place, no matter the time and cost For someone who...