WSlow Living in the Garden: How to Enjoy the Process, Not Just the Harvest Discover how to embrace slow living through small space gardening. Learn to enjoy the process, not just the harvest, with mindful, joyful practices in your container garden. The post Slow Living in the Small Space Garden was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
Fertilizer Basics for Growing in Pots: How to Feed Container Plants Naturally Learn the basics of fertilizing container plants with organic, budget-friendly options like seaweed, compost, and molasses. Simple tips for growing healthy, productive pots. The post Fertilizer Basics for Growing in Pots was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
Bright, Nectar-Rich Picks to Support Bees, Butterflies & More When space is limited, your garden can still be a buzzing oasis for pollinators. Whether you’re working with a balcony, patio, or a tiny backyard, the right plant selection makes all the difference. The secret? The post Best Pollinator Plants for Small Gardens & Balconies was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
Don’t let pests ruin your balcony garden! Try these 8 natural, non-toxic ways to protect your container plants—no chemicals needed.| Rockin W Homestead
Originally published in 2019. Updated for accuracy and freshness in 2025. Are pests invading your garden and ruining your hard work? The post 10 Natural Ways to Control Garden Pests was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
Whether you live in an apartment with a tiny balcony or have just a few containers outside your back door, you can still support the ecosystem by attracting pollinators to your garden. These hard-working creatures play a crucial role in food production and climate health, and they need our help now more than ever. Why ... The post How to Create a Pollinator-Friendly Garden in Small Spaces & Balconies was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve So...| Rockin W Homestead
Spiced cranberry simple syrup is a flavorful way to use the bounty of the winter harvest season. Use this syrup in hot or cold drinks.| Rockin W Homestead
Salad dressing packets made from dried herbs and spices are a handy pantry tool to have on hand for busy days. Try these three make-ahead recipes. It’s officially salad time in our neck of the woods. The post DIY Salad Dressing Packets was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
Do you find that your bags of kale hit their ‘use by’ date before you can eat it all? Learn to make powdered greens and never waste another bag! During the winter when the garden has gone to bed, you may be purchasing large bags of kale, spinach, collards, and mustard greens for fresh salads. The post Never Waste a Bag of Kale Again! was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead
…that when it comes to herbs, there is nothing better than those that are clipped fresh from the garden. Encouraging an Herbal Lifestyle You may have a pot of rosemary by the back door, but growing herbs is about so much more. Many of you are striving for a healthy diet and cooking so many ... The post Good cooks know… was written by Shelle and first appeared on Rockin W Homestead - Grow & Preserve | Improve Soil | Save $.| Rockin W Homestead