Category: How to guides

How to grow Kale

At the Backyard farm we approach kale the same way every time and have great success with this kale growing method. You are going to

Can I feed chickens egg shells?

Why do chickens eat their egg shells? Egg shells offer a great source of calcium and other minerals that a chicken needs to create an

How to kill weeds naturally

Can I remove weeds without chemicals? Yes you can! Not only is it more ecologically friendly for your foodscaped garden, it’s cheap and easy too!

How to live a more ‘Eco Friendly’ and ‘Sustainable’ life

It’s hard not to feel the burden of your waste this day and age! If you’re looking for ways to make your lifestyle more environmentally

Foodscaping and Edible Gardening for Beginners

Foodscaping or Edible Gardening is a technique that can prove to be quite beneficial to you and the environment. It is especially practical if you

How to grow Tomatoes in the UK

Growing tomatoes at home is simple, easy and fun! Put in the due effort and before you know it, you will be enjoying juicy tomatoes

What can you feed chickens?

What can I feed my suburban chickens Chickens are well known for eating almost anything and this reputation is not unfounded, they will even eat

How to make raisins in the sun, oven or dehydrator

Making raisins at home couldn’t be easier and the results are very tasty indeed. You can make them by drying grapes in the sun, in

The best way to get rid of weeds naturally

How to get rid of weed naturally: Understanding ‘weeds’ There are 2 types of weeds, annual and perineal Weeds cannot be removed permanently You can

How to grow strawberries at home

Growing strawberries at glance Growing difficulty -Easy Strawberries are easy to grow at home Best planted in early spring, March/April Planting a strawberry will not

How to grow potatoes

How we plant potatoes at The Backyard Farm Here at the Backyard Farm we have a preferred method which I find the most hassle free

How to grow garlic from old cloves

Garlic at a glance Growing difficulty – Beginner It is part of the allium family along with onions & leeks It is easy to grow

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