Do Your Research!

Before diving into homesteading, don’t slack on research.

If you want to start a vegetable garden, read up on what produce grows well in your area, when to plant, and how to care for it.

The USDA plant hardiness zone map will give you a sense of what produce is viable in your area.

Get started with the House Method guide to organic gardening.

Check out our guide on composting at home or read up on how to incorporate used coffee grounds into your garden as fertilizer.

If you’re limited on space, see our guide on herb gardening (all you need is a windowsill).

Check local laws to make sure it’s legal