Two species of yucca, one called "soapweed" and another called "Mojave yucca," are tough plants that have distinct looks and medicinal uses.
This Iowa-based hobby farm hosts more than 50 chickens—and its Instagram page features adorable Silkie chickens and chicks ... some wearing tutus.
Creosote buildup can be a serious concern with wood stoves and fireplaces. Follow these tips to minimize the risk of a chimney fire.
The tiny house movement is gaining popularity throughout the United States. Here are five reasons a tiny home might make sense for your hobby farm.
Storytelling is central to much of farming's history. It just might be the key to preserving its future, too. Here's how that could work.
Engage little farmers with the season’s falling leaves. These creative activities promote observation, motor skills and sensory discovery.
The tiny aji charapitas peppers can be intense, but fresh ripe peaches soften that jolt for a jam that's just right. Here's how to make it.
Strawberry leaf has traditional uses to help the digestive, respiratory, nervous and female reproductive systems, although it does carry some controversy.
The cucamelon is an itty bitty vegetable that looks like a melon and tastes like a zesty cucumber. We get the facts from an avid grower we found on Instagram.
Lawns have different problems this time of year depending on grass type and region. Here are problems and ways to keep your lawn greener longer.
Black radish is a food, like other radishes, but it also has numerous healing properties used for centuries that researchers are now verifying.
A DIY attitude can carry hobby farmers a long way, but for projects such as tree removal, hiring a professional can save a lot of time and effort.
