Eat Hosta Shoots? Absolutely!
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@3dprintworld503
@3dprintworld503 2 күн бұрын
Did you ever experience contamination? If so, how did you deal with it?
@PlasBachGarden
@PlasBachGarden 3 күн бұрын
Good idea! Like that it makes use of something that would otherwise end up on the compost heap.
@jessicak88
@jessicak88 4 күн бұрын
I use leaf lard on my skin and it's never looked better.
@brianholmvick958
@brianholmvick958 5 күн бұрын
People say leaving the skins on can cause a bitter flavor. Have you noticed this at all?
@dennisdouglas6466
@dennisdouglas6466 8 күн бұрын
Nice
@jaclynnkennedy2750
@jaclynnkennedy2750 9 күн бұрын
any idea if this will deter japanese beetles? my apple tree is destroyed every year by japanese beetles
@mikeoldshu
@mikeoldshu 10 күн бұрын
can you use on blackberries to protect against sunburn and birds? will it wash off, not be absorbed by berries
@Nordic-bb8nw
@Nordic-bb8nw 13 күн бұрын
I learned something new today...
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 12 күн бұрын
Awesome! I'm so glad!
@jenntek.101
@jenntek.101 13 күн бұрын
a year later... I just pulled 4 cuke plants out. Such a disappointment. Same thing. those blasted beetles had parties day and night on my cukes. I think... since they are fast growers (60-ish days)... I'm going to plant again from seed... We'll see if I have luck. Maybe they only want to party in the spring.... I may try again next spring with cukes... however, if my cukes prosper this second planting; I may just wait and plant late season cukes every year... I will put them where my garlic was; since I harvest garlic about this time of year. Maybe it'll be a win win!!!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 12 күн бұрын
Hello there! Yes, cucumbers and squash are a challenge with cucumber beetle and squash bugs! This year I covered mine until they started blooming. Then I sprayed with Surround kaolin spray. The bugs still came but in fewer numbers. I sprayed once with Pyrethrin in the evening to knock them back. So far, so good. Apparently the cucumber plants are more vulnerable when they're young so covering is a must. Also, dill cukes are less susceptible so I have given up on all the other types!
@felinefaye8550
@felinefaye8550 18 күн бұрын
Chipmunk
@trinastockill3063
@trinastockill3063 20 күн бұрын
How many apples do you have to grow to be considered an apple grower?! My trees did not flower this season, any suggestions for fertilizer {non toxic}?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 12 күн бұрын
Hello there! I think if you have a single apple tree you are a grower! As far as the not flowering, I have found that if I let my trees produce too much the year before then they don't flower or set fruit the next year. So, you might try thinning the fruit next year and see if that helps with more consistency. As far as fertilizer goes I usually give them an application of compost in the early spring. Not too much though, you don't want an explosion of growth because that attracts pests and diseases. Good luck!
@Eu-zu5tt
@Eu-zu5tt 21 күн бұрын
Eu fiz a sua receita. Ficou maravilhoso, obrigada!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 21 күн бұрын
Awesome! I'm so glad! It's a family favorite. Have a great day!
@gellotoad
@gellotoad 23 күн бұрын
Hi, we ordered one from my parents but they have probleme with their fitting. could you tell me how you fixed the 90°corner we see at 1min45, the one relaying the pannel entering to the pvc pipe? is it just a normal pvc joint and you add a load of glue and it hold? or is it a fitting you found somewhere else?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 12 күн бұрын
Hello there, and thanks for the comment! Sorry for the delayed reply but I needed to find time to go back and look at that part of the video. The 90 degree turn is just a PVC elbow with PVC cement to hold it in place. We tested after to ensure we didn't have any leaks. We're in our second year and still no leaks despite staying up over the winter. So far so good!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 12 күн бұрын
Hello again! I just watched to the end and it seems that fitting did leak after all! I was thinking that so I checked the whole video! Seems we used repair epoxy and silicon tape where the leaks were and this held. You can see it at 8:12. Hope that helps!
@annlee4174
@annlee4174 26 күн бұрын
I have always blanch ed my vegetables and I do have a vacuum sealer. I have been vacuum sealing after blanching and cooling on a large towel. Do the beans taste as good not blanching? How long will they last in the freezer?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Hello there and thanks for the comment! As far as I can tell the beans taste the same and the texture is the same. I also use a vacuum sealer and the beans last us about six to nine months in the freezer. By then we've had enough of beans for a while!
@yvesberube6067
@yvesberube6067 27 күн бұрын
Oh my, they look soooo good. Early in the season yet here in N.S. but I’m marking this video for when the time comes. My husband just found your site while looking up SURROUND, so will have to find time to catch up! Amazing how hard it is to acquire certain products here in Canada. We finally found it from Whiffletree, a Canadian company. Thanks for your efforts. 🇨🇦
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Hello there and thanks for the comment! I didn't realize that Whiffletree was selling Surround now, that's great news! I had to order mine from the states and ordered enough to last for years! The pickles are great too, usually ready in a few weeks for tasting and will last a couple of months in the freezer!
@wendyburston3132
@wendyburston3132 28 күн бұрын
Never heard of hascap berries before.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Hello there! Haskaps are a berry that is native to our area, they look like a weird shaped blueberry. They are much easier for us to grow than blueberries and have a great tart berry flavour. Good for fresh eating and for pies/jam, etc.
@wendyburston3132
@wendyburston3132 28 күн бұрын
There's a bright side to almost anything. Mulch and firewood 😊
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Yup, that's the best way to look at things I think!
@qwaqwa1960
@qwaqwa1960 28 күн бұрын
Lucky nothing came down on your house. That's my worry...
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
So true! Big trees are beautiful but there are risks. This tree isn't leaning toward the house or we would have taken it down long ago. But, seems we will have to take the rest down now. Lots or work, the thing is huge! Have a great day!
@jacadaxray
@jacadaxray Ай бұрын
I agree with you 100%
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I completely agree that Warre is the way to go, much more natural for the bees.
@beverlyboyce1041
@beverlyboyce1041 Ай бұрын
Have u ever added a tiny bit of soap to the mix
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 26 күн бұрын
Hello there and thanks for the comment. I haven't added soap to the mix before but I do see some people talking about that online. I'm not sure what the benefit would be? Insecticide? I usually just follow the directions on the bag and it seems to work well enough. Have you tried it with soap?
@samuellee9752
@samuellee9752 Ай бұрын
Japanese bee keepers use a "Hive lifter" to add boxes at the bottom?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 21 күн бұрын
Hello there and thanks for the comment. A hive lifter definitely would be a necessity if I was doing this by myself. It's a great invention!
@user-bq3xt1ly5g
@user-bq3xt1ly5g Ай бұрын
i need somone tosell me pool soler and install it
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 21 күн бұрын
Hello there and thanks for the comment. I would imagine that if you look up "pool solar heater near me" you could probably find a local company to help. Best of luck!
@pathalifax
@pathalifax Ай бұрын
Hi, any more news on the shroom experiment? I saw Grocycle's video on using buckets. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rN9xoZWCqsuxo4E.html . I'll be trying that this fall.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 21 күн бұрын
Hello there, sorry for the late reply but this question got lost. To be honest I was disappointed with the blue oyster monotub. We did get mushrooms but the flushes weren't really worth the effort. I tried pots but then you need a humidity tent or garbage bag to keep in the moisture. When I did more research it seems blue oysters aren't top fruiting mushrooms. Apparently king oysters are top fruiters and they will grow on straw/hardwood shavings. So, my plan this fall is to use the monotub with hardwood heating pellets and king oyster spawn. Hopefully that will work better. The search for an easier method goes on! I keep you posted!
@navyforeveryoungjean-phili5940
@navyforeveryoungjean-phili5940 Ай бұрын
Thx so much
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 21 күн бұрын
You're welcome! Thanks for the comment!
@justynwolf6402
@justynwolf6402 Ай бұрын
do the trees/bushes photosynthesize okay when the leaves are coated with clay?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Yes, actually the spray is designed to allow photosynthesis to continue. It's actually a really nice product to prevent insects and diseases! Thanks for the comment. :)
@ceceliabeck8967
@ceceliabeck8967 Ай бұрын
Thanks for this cause I need and want to do this to my watermelo. Plants and cantaloupe. Peoe say this will hurt your soil . The rest of my plants are I. Raised beds and as you know you have very few weeds In raised beds.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! Good luck with your watermelon and cantaloupe! Sounds yummy!
@Sharkycrystalz
@Sharkycrystalz Ай бұрын
What a great idea!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Glad you think so! I've got my fingers crossed!
@karenfourie2449
@karenfourie2449 Ай бұрын
Will Kaolin clay not inhibit photosynthesis? Thanks.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Hello there! That's a great question and I was concerned about this myself initially. I'm not sure about regular kaolin, but the Surround spray is a finer grade and it allows normal photosynthesis. In fact in hot climates it actually lowers the canopy temp of the tree and the photosynthesis is better. Thanks for the comment!
@karenfourie2449
@karenfourie2449 Ай бұрын
@@idamandahomestead4221 , thank you so much. Appreciate it. 💗🌷💗
@dorothyczygmunt5232
@dorothyczygmunt5232 Ай бұрын
Great idea 💡 😁🌻🦋🤷‍♀️ good luck 🍀 happy growing.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Thank you! You too!
@eddavanleemputten9232
@eddavanleemputten9232 Ай бұрын
“I’m only limited by my imagination”. So true. I only started spinning nine months ago. A little bit of spinning every day and surprisingly quickly, I started getting very close to the yarn I wanted, which is lace weight 2-ply yarn. I kept samples of my first spins and their notes. They’re precious to me. Now I spin for specific projects. I roughly know how much fibre I’ll need for a specific lace project and I usually have several in mind. Once I’ve spun my first bobbin, I ply it and calculate my grist and use several methods to make sure I’ve got my WPI down. That’s more or less when I make my final decision on what I’m going to knit with that particular yarn. Then I spin up what I need for my entire project with a little extra. When it’s for a flat piece like a scarf, wrap or shawl I don’t always bother with a swatch. But when I do need to swatch, I’ll often swatch when that first bobbin is plied. Somehow it works. Leftover fibre goes in a separate box. When I have enough odds and ends for a project, the intention is to use it up. Blending isn’t all that hard with cards, combs and a diz. I’m saving up for a blending board and a hackle. No room for a drum carder, sadly. For a knitter, I think spinning is a gift. I can get the yarn I want, in the quality and quantity I want, the colour(s) I want, for the project I want. No more yarn chicken. No more settling for one colour when I’d rather have another. Gradients exactly the way I want them. If I want just a little more in a particular colour, I can spin up some more provided I have the fibre. No more knitting two strands together for a certain effect and settling for a thicker, heavier knit when plying the two colours together does the job. Granted, it can mean a spin-as-I-knit, but that’s fun! I’m currently working on spinning fibre my niece gave me for Christmas. She doesn’t know it, but I’m planning a lace scarf for her as a Christmas gift… kind of as a loving inside joke. I know she’ll love it. “Go figure: I gave my aunt a Christmas gift, and the next year she gives it right back to me!” “Oh, how shocking! Are you angry?” “Of course not! I love her for it!” “Eh?” LOL
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Haha! I completely agree! Spinning the yarn gives you soooo many options! I do have a drum carder and I totally love it, can make multi-colored batts with layers...so awesome! I use it to create yarns with gradually shifting colors and then I chain ply it. Best thing to do in winter when sitting by the wood stove! Thanks for the comment!
@brandonglaspie9039
@brandonglaspie9039 Ай бұрын
Sweet, I've been looking for a way to reenforce my tunnel trellis thanks
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Glad I could help! I have been looking for a cheaper option than the cattle panels I have seen other people use. So far this is holding up well!
@MJLourens
@MJLourens Ай бұрын
Question: Should I use the primary air vent or secondary when getting the fire hot? I have three sliders on my fireplace: Primary, secondary and tertiary. Thanks a lot for the video. I have a Northern Flame Azar multifuel fireplace; I’m just acared of overburning if I it heats up as much as yours did.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Hello there! To be honest I am not sure of the answer to your question. I have only one air intake to adjust. I would think if you look up the instruction manual for your stove it should help. As far as the stove overheating, that's why I use a stove thermometer over the firebox to make sure I am keeping a safe temp. Good luck!
@fgarrison2910
@fgarrison2910 Ай бұрын
Is this organic?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Yup, it is registered for use in organic production. It's chemical free and doesn't accumulate in the soil which is why I love it! Can be difficult to locate in some countries, I had to pay to ship from the States. Worth it though!
@trentonvet
@trentonvet Ай бұрын
Really good video. I always appreciate a good prepping video that isn't AI generated. You showed your supplies and how you actually live during a power outage, instead of telling us what we need. Thank you for that. If we know in advance of a big storm headed out way, we do laundry and run the dishwasher before hand. Thank you again for the video and best of luck to you and your family.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful! We noticed that since we moved to the country and have a lot of large trees that we get outages more often. Since we have a well it's a bigger deal to be without power. So, we practice and it's actually a really enjoyable time for our family. Have a great day!
@Workinggirlhomestead
@Workinggirlhomestead Ай бұрын
Using this in Florida for reflective light
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
I've heard of that! It keeps the tree canopy cooler, right? What ever we need to do to keep our plants happy! Have a great day. :)
@brian3986
@brian3986 Ай бұрын
Might have to trade some eggs to my neighbor so she'll let me raid her hosta bed.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Good plan! That sounds like more than a fair trade to me!
@psychedelikchameleon
@psychedelikchameleon Ай бұрын
Such a good idea, thanks for sharing. And the cat looked impressed as cats always do 😂
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 Ай бұрын
Yup, my cat is always inspired by the crazy things I'm doing! Haha.
@GardeningWithCoffee
@GardeningWithCoffee 2 ай бұрын
Awesome! Thanks for sharing 👍🏼 😊
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! I am excited to hopefully actually get some plums this year!
@jorisniggemann
@jorisniggemann 2 ай бұрын
Love your video! Could you share some of the books that talk about being observant outside the hive. Would love to learn more. Thanks!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! The one that talks about observing outside the hive is called "At the Hive Entrance" by H. Storch. It's a really old book but still really good. The other one I like is "The Barefoot Beekeeper" by Phil Chandler. That one talks about top bar hives in general and is a great resource. Enjoy!
@troutfisher7182
@troutfisher7182 2 ай бұрын
Good idea!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Glad you think so! Thanks for the comment!
@ericgeorgetruckgrilling
@ericgeorgetruckgrilling 2 ай бұрын
Ingenious!! We're kinda in a catch 22 situation. It's nice to see the birds and small animals in our yards but when they wreck havoc on the fruits of your labour they are not so cute!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
I completely agree! I want the wildlife, but I also want to eat some of my own fruit! Sigh. Hopefully this will work, I'm super excited!
@SusanAdams-ul5dl
@SusanAdams-ul5dl 2 ай бұрын
I am glad you are showing me how to can elderberries. Now I want the gummies.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! The gummies are VERY popular in my house! You should try to make them!
@MusicBlik
@MusicBlik 2 ай бұрын
I have always been frustrated by carrots. Thanks for the tips. Can I use any sort of weed barrier that lets water through, or is burlap really needed?
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
No problem, carrots have driven me crazy over the years! They are such good keepers for the winter but really hard to get started! I haven't tried another kind of weed barrier but in theory it should work. You might want to check them more often because if the fabric isn't an open weave they won't get light when they germinate. Good luck!
@jericox1813
@jericox1813 2 ай бұрын
How did this work out for you? I’m doing Something TODAY!!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. This totally worked! I don't have rabbits eating my lettuce and beans or squirrels/raccoons taking my tomatoes. It's great, totally recommend!
@veverka4520
@veverka4520 2 ай бұрын
Hey Amanda, thank u for your videos ❤ I really enjoy your videos about the Warré hive. I learned so much in these. But this video inspires me for next year. We have so many maple trees on our ground so i'm looking forward now, to get amazing bavarian maple sirup from them next year. Greetings from germany 😊
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
That sounds great, I love maple syrup and it's such a treat in the spring. I also have another video on making maple sugar. We use that to substitute for brown sugar in recipes. That and the honey we don't have to buy much refined sugar. The independence is awesome. Good luck!
@ericgeorgetruckgrilling
@ericgeorgetruckgrilling 2 ай бұрын
Never knew you could eat them. My wife planted some several years ago as ground cover and i always thought it was a useless plant. We like asparagus so we'll give it a try. Thanks.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
It's funny, I thought the same thing for a long time. This property was covered with them when we moved in. Little did I know!
@Sharkycrystalz
@Sharkycrystalz 2 ай бұрын
Omg I had no clue you could eat these! I have so many hostas! They’re a little too leafy now but defo will try next spring.
@pathalifax
@pathalifax 2 ай бұрын
Same! I never knew we could eat them.
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Yeah right!? I didn't realize that until a few years ago, and they're all over our property! Now, they make a nice addition to the spring menu. :)
@groeisterk
@groeisterk 2 ай бұрын
where do i find part please!!!!
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
It's here! kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h7Woe8Vq2svMqWQ.html
@groeisterk
@groeisterk 2 ай бұрын
Great thx
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@Eu-zu5tt
@Eu-zu5tt 2 ай бұрын
Eu amo suas receitas, mas estou no brasil e meu tradutor nao não esta traduzindo a receita. Se você escrever no corpo dos comentários seria bom pra mim aprender sua magnífica receita. Deus te abençoe! Obrigada
@idamandahomestead4221
@idamandahomestead4221 2 ай бұрын
Hello there! Here's are the ingredients for the crust: Ingredients 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt ⅔ cup lard 5 tablespoons ice water, or as needed As far as the Hunter Pie recipe, I just used a chicken pot pie recipe and substituted slow cooked rabbit meat. It was really good!