Small Property Living
Section №07 ·Field dispatches

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Seasonal tips, project ideas, and backyard updates for small properties.

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Are Backyard Chickens Worth It? The Real Cost of a Small Suburban Flock
№ 01 ·Planning

Are Backyard Chickens Worth It? The Real Cost of a Small Suburban Flock

Startup vs ongoing vs eggs-saved for a 4-hen flock, plus the hidden costs and time nobody mentions before they buy chicks.

Jun 3 →

Are Raised Garden Beds Worth It? An Honest Look for Small Yards
№ 02 ·Planning

Are Raised Garden Beds Worth It? An Honest Look for Small Yards

Honest ROI on raised beds for a normal suburban yard, not a homestead. When they pay off and when in-ground wins.

Jun 3 →

How Deep Should a Raised Garden Bed Be? A Depth Guide by Vegetable
№ 03 ·Tips

How Deep Should a Raised Garden Bed Be? A Depth Guide by Vegetable

Most vegetables need 10-12 inches of soil, but herbs want less and root crops want more. Here is the depth-by-crop chart, plus how to fill less.

Jun 3 →

How to Fill a Raised Garden Bed Cheaply (What to Put in the Bottom)
№ 04 ·Tips

How to Fill a Raised Garden Bed Cheaply (What to Put in the Bottom)

Fill the bottom of a deep raised bed with free organic material and buy quality soil only for the top growing zone. Here is exactly how.

Jun 3 →