Small Scale Gardening Ideas for Busy Farm Families • Longbourn Farm https://longbournfarm.com/category/animal-land/gardening/ Simple Homemade Recipes & Farm Tips Sat, 02 Aug 2025 22:25:26 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://longbournfarm.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/cropped-new-favicon-1-32x32.png Small Scale Gardening Ideas for Busy Farm Families • Longbourn Farm https://longbournfarm.com/category/animal-land/gardening/ 32 32 DIY Fruit Fly Traps (Gets rid of them fast!) https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-get-rid-of-fruit-flies/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-get-rid-of-fruit-flies/#respond Thu, 29 Feb 2024 13:09:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=29569 No one wants fruit flies buzzing around their kitchen! Follow my step-by-step guide and learn how to trap fruit flies using 3 basic household items. These fruit fly traps are super easy to make and are highly effective! Get rid of fruit flies with these Fruit Fly Traps I'm always trying out new recipes in...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-get-rid-of-fruit-flies/feed/ 0 How to Grow Thyme https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-thyme/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-thyme/#respond Wed, 27 Dec 2023 11:59:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28953 If you're looking for a drought-resistant herb that can be grown in containers, thyme is the perfect choice! It's super easy to grow, making it a great herb for beginner gardeners. Discover how to grow thyme and get ready to add a pop of flavor to your recipes! Common thyme (Thymus vulgaris) is a perennial...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-thyme/feed/ 0 How to Grow Parsley https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-parsley/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-parsley/#respond Tue, 26 Dec 2023 12:17:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28946 With a compact growth habit and delicate leaves, parsley is the perfect addition to your herb garden. It’s easily grown in small spaces, pots, or even on windowsills! Learn how to grow parsley, and then use it to garnish your meals or add flavor to soups and stews. Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a biennial herb...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-parsley/feed/ 0 How to Grow Tomatoes https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-tomatoes/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-tomatoes/#respond Mon, 25 Dec 2023 11:54:18 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28959 Growing tomatoes at home is super easy and requires little maintenance. All they need is good soil, enough sun, and plenty of water! Anyone can learn how to grow tomatoes, no matter how much gardening experience you have. Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) come in many different shapes, sizes, and colors. Some can grow to be huge,...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-tomatoes/feed/ 0 11 Creative Ideas for Strawberry Planters https://longbournfarm.com/11-strawberry-planters-ideas/ https://longbournfarm.com/11-strawberry-planters-ideas/#respond Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:36:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28966 These creative Ideas for Strawberry Planters let you enjoy perfectly ripe, sun-warmed berries just steps from your door while solving common problems like pests and space limitations. Container gardening gives you the flexibility to grow delicious strawberries anywhere, from tiny balconies to spacious patios. 11 DIY Ideas for Strawberry Planters 1. Traditional Strawberry Pot I...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/11-strawberry-planters-ideas/feed/ 0 How to Grow Russian Sage https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-russian-sage/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-russian-sage/#respond Sat, 23 Dec 2023 15:16:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28939 Who doesn't love a plant you can grow with little to no effort? Russian sage is a good choice for beginners or anyone who wants a hands-off approach to gardening. Just give it the right conditions, and it'll do the rest for you!  Russian sage (Salvia yangii) is native to Asia and loves to grow...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-russian-sage/feed/ 0 Gardening Guide: How to Grow Onions https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-onions/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-onions/#respond Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:40:00 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28912 This gardening guide is all about how to grow onions! If you're looking for a low-maintenance crop that won't take up much space, onions are a great choice. There are many onion varieties to choose from, and you can grow them from seeds, sets, or transplants! But before you begin planting, there are a few...

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]]> https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-onions/feed/ 0 How to Grow Oregano https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-oregano/ https://longbournfarm.com/how-to-grow-oregano/#comments Fri, 22 Dec 2023 06:47:26 +0000 https://longbournfarm.com/?p=28932 Growing oregano at home couldn't be easier. It grows well outside and indoors and requires very little maintenance! Add some oregano to your existing herb garden or start a new one, and enjoy fresh, fragrant oregano anytime. Common oregano (Origanum vulgare) is native to the Mediterranean region and is part of the mint family. While...

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