Introduction to Suburban Homesteading

Hello!  I'm Ashley, and I have slowly been learning about and growing my suburban homestead.  In this blog, I will share tips, tricks, techniques, and resources that I have learned about along the way.  Want to make amazing meals from your suburban backyard?  Follow me on my journey!

Suburban homesteading is the practice of living a more self-sufficient lifestyle in the suburbs. It can involve growing your own food, raising livestock, and making your own products. There are many ways to suburban homestead, and the level of involvement you choose will depend on your time, space, and budget.

Here are some tips for getting started with suburban homesteading:

• Start small. There's no need to go all-in on suburban homesteading right away. Start with a few small projects, like growing a vegetable garden or raising some chickens.
• Be patient. Homesteading takes time and effort. Don't expect to be self-sufficient overnight.
• Learn from your mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes when they're homesteading. The important thing is to learn from them and keep going.

Here are some specific ideas for suburban homesteading:

Grow a garden. One of the easiest ways to get started with suburban homesteading is to grow a garden. You can grow vegetables, herbs, and flowers in your backyard or in raised beds.

• Raise chickens. Chickens are a great way to get fresh eggs and meat. They're also relatively low-maintenance animals.
• Compost. Composting is a great way to reduce your waste and improve your soil. You can compost food scraps, yard waste, and even paper products.
• Install solar panels. Solar panels can help you save money on your energy bills and reduce your reliance on fossil fuels.
• Install a rainwater collection system. Rainwater collection systems can help you save water for watering your garden and washing your car.
• Learn to preserve food. Preserving food is a great way to ensure that you have food on hand during the winter months. You can can, freeze, or dehydrate food.

Learn to cook from scratch. Cooking from scratch is a great way to save money and eat healthier. You can also learn to make your own bread, pasta, and other staples.

Suburban homesteading can be a rewarding experience. It can help you save money, eat healthier, and live a more self-sufficient lifestyle.