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Homestead Garden Calendar (2024)
We have cultivated vegetables, fruit trees, fruits, and herbs, fostering self-sufficiency and a deep connection to the land in our homestead garden. Join Poly’s Farm in the steps it takes to create a thriving suburban homestead.
Sow Cumin Seeds
IndoorsPlan to sow cumin seeds indoors around late March to early April for successful transplanting outdoors after the last frost. For cumin cultivation in Minnesota, start sowing seeds indoors approximately 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date in your area. The average last frost date in Minnesota varies by region, but it […]
Sow Onion Seeds
OutdoorsSow Tomato Seeds
IndoorsPlant Strawberry Patch
OutdoorsAlso called juneberries or Saskatoon berries
Plant Corn Seeds
OutdoorsAlso called juneberries or Saskatoon berries
Plant Raspberry Bush
PermaculturePlant potted transplants after the threat of frost has passed.
Plant Serviceberry Bush
PermacultureSeveral serviceberry species are native to Minnesota and other parts of the United States. Also called juneberries or Saskatoon berries they are culinarily and nutritionally similar to blueberries.
Plant Columnar Apple Trees
PermacultureComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Plant Mint Bed
PermacultureComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Plant Peanut Bushes
PermacultureComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Sow Pinto Beans
IndoorsPlant Mint Indoors
IndoorsMint is the next herb and leafy green added to our indoor garden. Divide a mint plant from the outside garden bed and plant in a pot with clean soil to bring it into the indoor garden. Or, if purchasing or planting from seed, you can create a beautiful mint bed in a larger pot […]
Plant Asparagus Roots
PermacultureComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Sow Pumpkin Seeds
OutdoorsComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Plant Oregano Indoors
IndoorsDivide the oregano plant from the outside garden bed and plant in a pot in the indoor garden.
Plant Lavender Indoors
IndoorsDivide the lavender plant from the outside garden bed and plant in a pot in the indoor garden.
Sow Spinach Seeds
OutdoorsComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Sow Garlic Cloves
OutdoorsComing soon, keep checking back to Poly's Farm for updates.
Sow Basil Seeds
IndoorsSow basil seeds in well-drained soil, ensuring they receive adequate sunlight for optimal germination and growth.
Declutter Pantry
KitchenIt's that time of year again, to reset and start a new diet. With a freshly stocked whole foods kitchen, this week is the time to declutter your pantry to […]
Cook Palak Paneer
KitchenMeal prep a generous family serving size of palak paneer for dinner tonight and freeze the excess. Palak paneer is a spicy and savory Indian dish that is packed with nutrients thanks to the generous amounts of spinach and other vegetables. The paneer provides filling protein and fat, and this creamy dish can server up […]
Sprout Chia Seeds
KitchenOur first little sprout has emerged in our sunny indoor garden! Sprout the chia seeds in a jar from our minimalist grocery list to add our first leafy green to […]
Bake Bread
KitchenThe time has come again to rest and live slowly and bake your favorite weekly bread.
Make a Smoothie
KitchenBlend a good portion of this week's fruit and greens into a smoothie for a fresh start to the week.
Grocery Shopping
IndoorsRun inventory on your fridge, freezer, and pantry to ensure you are stocked with all of the essential ingredients in your minimalist grocery list.
Cook Vegetable Chili
KitchenThis plant-based staple is heavy on veggies, is easy to preserve as a frozen meal, and saves money on groceries. It is easy to change up the flavor of this chili throughout the seasons as we grow different herbs and homegrown vegetables. Meal prep a vegetable chili for each month and freeze whatever you don't […]
