Yard and Garden
Practical advice for gardening and yard maintence. Advice on growing flowers, trees, shrubs, vegetables, fruit and herbs. Plus, lawn care, structures and machinery.
Mom Was Ready With Tried and True Treatments
Heart of the Home
Mom was always ready with healing treatments for childhood illnesses.
Saltwater Cure for Sore Throat and Poison Ivy
Heart of the Home
Aunt and neighbor share knowledge of the health benefits of saltwater.
Kansas Homesteaders Watched the Cows to Determine Edible Wild Plants
CAPPER's Staff
From fried cactus to Russian thistle "spinach" and more, one family of Kansas homesteaders took their edible wild plants cues from the cattle.
Seed Saving: How to Save Squash Seeds
By Carol Deppe
The basics of seed saving include hand pollination, drying and storing. Learn how to save squash seeds ensure the best plants for next season.
Growing Squash and Preparing Your Harvest
By Carol Deppe
Growing squash can be a breeze if you plant them in a sunny spot with rich soil and water moderately.
Drying Squash: Using the Sun or an Electric Dehydrator
By Carol Deppe
Drying squash can be rewarding. Learn how to do it using the sun or a dehydrator and incorporate it into soups, stews and more.
Squash Varieties for Winter, Fall and Summer
By Carol Deppe
Learn about the squash varieties available throughout three seasons, how to cure them and how to cook them to reap the full flavor of each season.
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