Water – Page 5 – Homestead on the Range

Hardpan

Preventing and dealing with hardpan doesn’t have to be complicated.

If you want to keep up to date on droughts in your area, take a look at the United States Drought Monitor.

The possibilities of a fresh, homegrown tomato are nearly endless. The simplest uses, such as sandwich toppings, are by far the best.

Pests are a major problem with winter squash and pumpkins. To avoid infestation, you will have to be extremely proactive.

Summer squash is not terribly demanding. A thick mulch and generous watering will keep it producing well—maybe a little too well!

Radishes are very easy to grow if treated with reasonable consideration.

Sweet peppers are extremely versatile. Hot peppers can be put to a number of uses, as well.

Thinking about raising livestock this year? To plan a water system or improve an existing system, this is one book you must read.

Shell peas are one of the garden’s most delicious vegetable offerings. Their season passes all too quickly.

Onions are absolutely indispensable to cooking. They add character to everything from pasta to pizza.