Outdoor Gardening

This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.

How to get rid of slugs naturally

How to get rid of slugs naturally

Introduction Getting rid of slugs naturally and without the use of pesticides or chemicals is not as difficult as you might think. There is more than just one way to keep slugs at bay and stop them destroying your favorite plant, be it a vegetable

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keeping chickens

How to Keep Chickens: A Guide for Suburban Living

Introduction Learning how to keep chickens in a suburban area is an exciting and practical step toward sustainable living. Many people think a large yard or rural setting is necessary, but that’s not the case. With the right setup, even a small backyard can become

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planting the first seeds

Planting the First Seeds

Introduction As March arrived in 2020, the first real signs of spring began to show in the North West of the UK. Temperatures were slowly rising, days were stretching out, and nature was starting to wake up. With that shift in the air, it felt

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The First Week With My Rescue Chickens

The First Week With My Rescue Chickens

Introduction It’s been an eventful first week here at the Backyard Farm — and thankfully, it’s all been positive. From Giblets and Apollo taking their first steps outside and seeing the sky for the very first time, to Apollo laying her first egg, life with

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How to Grow Radishes

How to Grow Radishes

Introduction Radishes are one of the quickest and easiest vegetables to grow, which makes them a great choice for gardeners at any stage. They grow fast, mature in as little as four weeks, and add a crisp, peppery bite to all sorts of everyday meals.

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Chickens have arrived at the Backyard Farm

Chickens have arrived at the Backyard Farm

Introduction When I started what I now think of as Phase 2 of the Backyard Farm, I made a simple decision early on: I wanted to grow food without relying on chemical shortcuts. No pesticides. No quick fixes. Instead, I wanted a healthier, more resilient

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Taking Back Control of Our Food

Taking Back Control of Our Food

Introduction: Why Control of Our Food Matters Again For most of human history, food wasn’t something we overthought. It came from nearby land, familiar people, and processes we understood. What we ate followed the seasons, relied on practical skills, and stayed rooted in place. In

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