Here I go again... Venturing into another "controversial" subject... I'm such a rebel. Nope, I'm not talking about GMOs, or vaccines, or any of that stuff today. But rather, diatomaceous earth. Whooooooooo.... Crazy, huh? I have such a knack for happening upon controversy in places I'd never expect it. But maybe that's because we live in the age of the internet and even the slightest, silliest things are controversial these days. ...Continue Reading
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How to Use Diatomaceous Earth
This is definitive post on diatomaceous earth! Learn how to use diatomaceous earth for its health benefits and around your home and homestead. I'm totally excited to have a special guest post today--please welcome Danielle from It's a Love Love Thing as she shares the wonderful world of diatomaceous earth! Hello, Prairie Homestead readers! My name's Danielle - but you can call me Dandy. I'm so honored and happy to be here ...Continue Reading
Diatomaceous Earth: A Pesticide Alternative
I've always been passionate about keeping my garden organic. But last year I almost threw in the towel. It was an incredibly "buggy" year and the insects nearly drove me crazy as they attempted to take over our homestead! Thankfully, I've recently discovered an all-natural, safe alternative to conventional pesticides: Diatomaceous earth. Find out what it is and how to use it over at Frugal Granola today. ...Continue Reading
DIY Organic Aphid Spray Recipe for the Garden
Our new greenhouse has drastically expanded our short growing season... But it's also expanded my garden challenges. Especially when it comes to pests-- something I usually don't have to worry *too* much about, considering we garden in the arctic (aka Wyoming)... The Surprise Guests in My Greenhouse... The kids ran into the house one March afternoon announcing there were tiny eggs all over my spinach. Honestly, I ignored it ...Continue Reading
The Best Resources for Safe Canning Information
I seem to have a knack for making online people upset with me in the most innocent ways. Call it a special gift, I guess. ;) Whether it's talking about meat chicken breeds, discussing diatomaceous earth, or jokingly saying that I have banned salt shakers from my kitchen table (some folks got REALLY UPSET over that one...), it's fascinating to me how the most benign topics can turn into spirited Internet debates. And the ...Continue Reading