While there are plenty of resources here at Our Inspired Roots on how to grow your own food, I haven’t gotten around to creating more specific permaculture-related content — particularly fruit tree guilds and apple tree guilds. So when I met Elle from Outdoor Happens, a permaculture enthusiast, I knew she would be a perfect […]
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How to Harvest Herbs for Drying and Storing
As you probably know, I prefer to grow my herbs whenever possible. This is because homegrown herbs are fresher and more potent than ones that have to be shipped from across the country. If you also love growing your own herbs, you likely need to know how to harvest herbs for drying and I’m going […]
25 Best Fall Garden Plants to Start Now
One way to maximize your space is by putting in a fall garden. I’m all about growing as much food in as small of a space as possible. Most homesteaders don’t have huge properties to use to grow food or start a farm, so I’m always looking to show others what you can do with […]
Permaculture Gardening: How to Grow More Food With Less Work
Do you want to grow more of your own food while spending less time and energy in the garden? You’re in the right place! This course on permaculture design is a great guide for beginners who want to get started growing permaculture plants right away but don’t have the time or money to invest in […]
Pumpkin Butter Recipe (AIP – Paleo – Real Food)
Winter squash is one of my favorite things to grow, preserve, and cook. I just love the warmth and comfort of a pumpkin dessert or butternut squash soup. This pumpkin butter recipe is a perfect way to enjoy the fall harvest while nourishing the body too. How to Make Healthy Pumpkin Butter Pumpkin butter often […]
Butternut Squash Soup Recipe (AIP – Paleo – Real Food)
Soup is one of my favorite foods. It’s nourishing, comforting, and really easy to throw together. Butternut squash is plentiful in the garden once fall hits, and there aren’t a whole lot of ways to eat it plain (roasted, steamed, or… roasted?). So I love throwing it into this simple butternut squash soup recipe. How […]