Garden Hacks

DIY Succulent pumpkins

    A fun and easy DIY video that goes over all the steps to make your own succulent pumpkin! We do lots of fun workshops on The Butterfly Hill. Become a member and join the fun!

    The Ancient One, Thieves

      The potent antiviral, antibacterial cold, and flu remedy called “Thieves” have been spoken of for centuries by herbalists as a preventive tonic. It was used in the Middle ages orally and as inhalants to avoid contracting infection. It is even said that the “Thieves” during the black plague who stole from the dead, never contracted the plague. There is an old tale of four thieves… Read More »The Ancient One, Thieves

      Who Loves Who

        Companion Planting allows us to use the collective wisdom of those who have come before us to teach us which plants benefit from growing together. One great example of the is The Three Sisters, Corn, Pole Beans, and Squash. According to The Farmers Almanac, there are many benefits to planting certain plants together. Large plants provide shade for smaller plants. Large stalked plants provide support… Read More »Who Loves Who

        3 Sisters

          Native Americans planted Corn, Beans, and Squash together and referred to them as the three sisters. This companion planting has been done for centuries by many Native American tribes. According to The Farmers Almanac, each of the sisters contributes something to the planting. Together, the sisters provide a balanced diet from a single planting. Corn the older sister, offers the Beans support. The Pole Beans… Read More »3 Sisters

          Sprouted Pumpkins

            Seeds need heat and water to start the growing cycle This year in December, I finally got around to harvesting the seeds from my Fall pumpkins. When I opened them up, there were seeds sprouted inside. I had forgotten how amazing gourds are. They were saved in root cellars and sustained people all winter long. As long as the skin is not compromised, they will… Read More »Sprouted Pumpkins