About this episode
It’s midsummer here on the homestead, and that means the harvest is rolling in, the to-do list is growing, and the kitchen floor is… sticky. In this Pantry Chat, we're talking about: 🌱 What to plant now for a winter harvest (and why August is the perfect time) 🐛 How to deal with grasshopper invasions when you can’t keep chickens 🥬 The easiest way to grow lettuce without spending forever washing it 💛 Why gratitude changes everything when homestead life feels overwhelming 🌳 Lessons from our fruit trees about control—and learning to let go Whether you’re in the thick of canning season or planning your fall garden, this chat will inspire you to tackle your homesteading season with fresh perspective and renewed joy. 📌 Related links: - Thanks to American Blossom Linens for sponsoring today's podcast. Grab anything form their website and get 20% off with coupon code "HomesteadingFamily" at checkout: https://americanblossomlinens.com - How to Grow Cut-and-Come-Again Lettuce: https://homesteadingfamily.com/how-to-grow-lettuce-the-easy-way/ - How to Plant a Fall & Winter Garden: https://homesteadingfamily.com/20-vegetables-to-plant-in-late-summer/ - Organic Garden Pest Control Without Chemicals: https://homesteadingfamily.com/garden-pest-control/ - Our Favorite Garden Tools: https://homesteadingfamily.com/best-tools-for-the-garden/ I'm so excited to invite you to Homesteading Family's second annual How to Homestead Anywhere Crash Course. This is a FREE 5-day virtual event from January 5-9, where I will take you, step-by-step, through turning your home into a homestead. Whether you're in an apartment in the city or on 40 acres, this is for you. Be sure to register HERE (there will be replays).