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Semi Homestead Life

Living a semi homestead life while staying realistic in today's crazy world.

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    • Seeds & Planting
    • Growing & Harvesting
    • Compost & Mulch
    • Flowers
    • houseplants
    • Garden Design
    • Pests & Misc
  • Preserving
  • Recipes
    • Main Courses
    • Side Dishes
    • Sweet Treats
    • Breakfasts
    • Baked Goods & Sourdough
    • Misc Recipes
  • Chickens
  • Family & Misc
    • Homestead Updates
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    • Misc Articles
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All About Annual Cicadas – The Cause Of That Late Summer Noise
Family & Misc / Misc Articles

All About Annual Cicadas – The Cause Of That Late Summer Noise

It’s a hot summer day, and you step outside only to hear a loud, rhythmic drone coming from the trees. It’s so loud that it is …

Homemade Chicken Salad – Simple, Delicious & Customizable
Main Courses / Recipes

Homemade Chicken Salad – Simple, Delicious & Customizable

A homemade chicken salad recipe that is simple to make and perfect for enjoying as a sandwich, on crackers or lettuce, or on its own. This …

Watering Your Garden For Success – A Full Beginner’s Guide
Gardening / Growing & Harvesting

Watering Your Garden For Success – A Full Beginner’s Guide

Two of the most common questions that new gardeners often ask are “How often do I need to water my plants?” and “Am I watering my …

Common June Gardening Issues To Watch Out For In The Midwest
Gardening / Pests & Misc

Common June Gardening Issues To Watch Out For In The Midwest

No matter how “on the ball” you are with checking on the plants in your garden, there are still some common gardening issues that you need …

Pork Panko Chicken Nuggets – Crispy Air Fryer Nuggets
Main Courses / Recipes

Pork Panko Chicken Nuggets – Crispy Air Fryer Nuggets

Chicken nuggets are a staple in pretty much any household, especially if you have children. However, not all nuggets are created the same! These simple homemade …

The Benefits Of Dandelions – More Than Just A Backyard “Weed”
Gardening / Pests & Misc

The Benefits Of Dandelions – More Than Just A Backyard “Weed”

You might consider them to be obnoxious weeds that can survive some pretty harsh conditions. However, there are actually some pretty great benefits to allowing dandelions …

Different Chicken Combs And Why It Matters To Your Climate
Chickens

Different Chicken Combs And Why It Matters To Your Climate

When it comes to chicken combs – that odd little red part that sits on top of a chicken’s head – they might all look the …

Breakfast Pan Pizza – A Perfect Meal For Morning Or Night
Breakfasts / Recipes

Breakfast Pan Pizza – A Perfect Meal For Morning Or Night

A simple yet delicious homemade pan pizza that is topped with your favorite breakfast foods. It combines a creamy sausage and gravy sauce with scrambled eggs, …

Vegetable Garden Trap Crops – 6 Great Companion Plants
Gardening / Pests & Misc

Vegetable Garden Trap Crops – 6 Great Companion Plants

Growing trap crops is a great way to naturally control unwanted pests like aphids, Japanese beetles, and squash vine borers in your vegetable garden without resorting …

Trellising Tomato Plants – Ways To Support Garden Tomatoes
Gardening / Growing & Harvesting

Trellising Tomato Plants – Ways To Support Garden Tomatoes

When it comes to growing tomato plants, they can grow to massive heights. This is especially the case with indeterminate or vining tomato plants. In order …

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Hello! I'm Chelsea, the sole writer & photographer behind Semi Homestead Life. I have been gardening for over 10 years, growing vegetables, herbs, flowers, fruit, and more in a 1,200 square foot garden here in rural Illinois. I also like to share from-scratch cooking and baking recipes, chicken raising tips, and other realistic and practical semi-homesteading tips you can implement in your own busy life.

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