Getting Off The Grid - Fall Upkeep

Living on a homestead there are always chores to get done, each season has a different set.

I make myself a list of chores to get done, it makes life easier for me.

1 - Mow grass so the homestead looks nice and neat.

2 - Cut down any over grown bushes, if possible root for new plants.

3 - Clean the dead plants out of vegetables beds and flower beds.

4 - Trim lower limbs of trees, cut for fire wood or use wood chipper if possible.

5 - Stack and store tomato cages.

6 - Rake pine straw and bag up for later use.

7 - Start herb cuttings for winter use in kitchen windowsill.

8 - Plant new fruit and nut trees.

9 - Take houseplants inside for the winter.

10 - Wash and clean all your mowers and digging tools.

That is how I do October on the homestead, how about you? Do you have certain things that you want done?

By Andria Perry

Photos by Andria Perry