As a soil scientist for 33 years, I never really thought about the long history of soils on earth. I just focused on Siskiyou County’s forest soils. Siskiyou County has the most soil diversity compared to anywhere else in the United States. This is because our soil forming factors are […]
Gardening
I Have Never Cured a Corned Beef Before but The Process Was Surprisingly Simple
St. Patrick’s Day is rapidly approaching and our family loves to feast on corned beef to celebrate. Spurred by the rising costs at the grocery stores and in an endeavor to be able to enjoy corned beef without all of the commercial processing chemicals and additives; this year we are […]
Happy Almost Spring Siskiyou County! Although we can’t tell by looking out our windows.
The recent onslaught of snowy weather has really put the damper on any outdoor garden preparations. I am staying indoors where seed starting is going into full swing. Many people constantly ask me where do I start so many seeds inside the house?…….you asked for it. Here is a quick […]
Main Street Homestead Visits with SV Pioneer
Jay and I had the pleasure of visiting with Scott Valley native Dorothy Pitts Butler and her nephew Larry Maplesden. Dorothy was born, raised and raised her family in Scott Valley. She turned 102 years old this past year (2022). It was such a joy to spend the afternoon with […]
This Week I Will Introduce Myself
“You gotta keep on keepin’ on.Life’s a garden: dig it. You gotta make it work for you.” Joe Dirt Welcome to Main Street Homestead. We live literally on Main Street. Anyone, anywhere can homestead. It is not necessary to own 40 acres. You can homestead in a small back yard or […]
Siskiyou News introducing the Main Street Homestead Gardening Tips and Tricks
Growing onions or leeks from seed is not at all difficult; it just takes a bit more time. Seeds should be started in January or February in order for the seedlings to be ready to go out into the garden in May or June. Starting your own seed allows you […]
