Spending time in the garden, tending our plants, teaches us greater philosophical lessons about life. Humans and plants are surprisingly similar in how we process energy, rely on nutrients, and function at an atomic...
As spring unfolds at BLeaves Farms, something magical begins to happen. The elderberry forest comes alive, bursting into bloom with clusters of delicate cream-colored flowers. This is elderflower season, a fleeting but enchanting time...
In a world where so many crave a return to the basics…fresh air, real food, and a deeper connection to nature…homesteading has become a dream for many. But let me tell you, it’s no...
Jeff’s 60th birthday was a big one, and with it came a gift that has completely changed the way we interact with our animals: the Furbo 360 Dog Camera with Treat Dispenser. We had...
Have you ever set out to do a simple task…just mow the lawn, fix a fence, or water the garden…only to find yourself knee-deep in an unexpected repair, hours behind schedule, wondering why does...
Dreaming of starting a hobby farm but worried about the cost? Good news! You don’t need a massive budget to create a productive, self-sustaining mini-farm. With the right strategies, resourcefulness, and a little elbow grease, you can turn a small piece of land, even a backyard, into a thriving homestead.
There’s something truly special about simple pleasures on the farm–fresh air, the sound of animals, the scent of blooming citrus. But let me tell you about one modern luxury that has completely changed the...
Life has a way of stretching us thin. Between a demanding career, personal commitments, and the ever-growing to-do list at Bleaves Farms, I often find myself pulled in a dozen directions at once. Some...
