The Farming Wife

08/06/2025

You can grow multiple hydrangeas from a single plant using a technique called layering, which involves bending a stem to the soil until it forms its own roots.

06/07/2025

Another fun market! The rain held off until I was fully packed up and on my way, which was perfect. Thank you to everyone who came by and chatted as well. See you next week!!

05/18/2025

here are the new pet herbals that I’ve been alluding to. They’ll be available at the Lubec farmers market this season. My dogs are sick of being test subjects, but their paws and noses are deeply moisturized. 😆

05/12/2025

First round of comfrey oil. I’m doing 1/2 avocado and 1/2 olive. It’s going to sit in this hot water bath for 6 hours, then cool until I get up around 7. The 2025 garden season has begun 🌿🌱❤️

04/02/2025

Ahhh, Bee pollen. Give me that immune system ❤️ I’m enjoying a new encapsulator. It’s so much less fiddly.

03/06/2025

🌱 Have you started your seeds yet? 🌱
Spring is just around the corner, and it's time to get those hands in the dirt! Whether you're starting indoors under grow lights or direct sowing outside, every season is a new experiment in the garden. 🌿✨

Drop a 🌱 in the comments if you've started your seeds—or tell me what you're planting this year! Let's grow together! 🌼🍅🥕

03/05/2025

Have a GREAT day!

03/04/2025

📢 NEW eBook Alert! 🥣✨

I’m so excited to share my latest eBook with you: Make Your Own Pantry Mixes! 🌿🍞 Whether you're looking to save time, cut costs, or avoid store-bought additives, this guide is packed with easy, homemade dry mix recipes for your kitchen.

From biscuit mix to seasoning blends and more, these simple, shelf-stable recipes will help you stock your pantry with homemade convenience—because cooking from scratch should be delicious AND easy!

Let me know which mix you’re most excited to try! 💛
📢 NEW eBook Alert! 🥣✨

I’m so excited to share my latest eBook with you: Make Your Own Pantry Mixes! 🌿🍞 Whether you're looking to save time, cut costs, or avoid store-bought additives, this guide is packed with easy, homemade dry mix recipes for your kitchen.

From biscuit mix to seasoning blends and more, these simple, shelf-stable recipes will help you stock your pantry with homemade convenience—because cooking from scratch should be delicious AND easy!

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Let me know which mix you’re most excited to try! 💛

03/03/2025

🌱 Why You Should Be Growing Microgreens at Home! 🌱

If you’re not growing microgreens yet, you’re missing out on one of the easiest and fastest ways to have fresh, nutrient-packed greens right in your kitchen!

Microgreens are tiny but mighty—they’re basically baby plants loaded with vitamins, and the best part? You can grow them in just a week! No garden? No problem. All you need is a shallow tray, some soil, and a sunny windowsill (or a grow light).

Imagine snipping fresh greens for your sandwich or tossing some into your morning eggs—all without stepping outside. It’s cheap, easy, and delicious.

I just planted another tray, and I’m already excited for harvest day! Have you ever grown microgreens? What’s your favorite variety to grow (or eat)? Drop your thoughts below! ⬇️🌱

Looking for fresh greens during the winter months? Grow your own microgreens! They are fast, nutritious, and super easy to do!

03/03/2025

The softest, fluffiest brioche—made in a bread machine!

Did you know you can make rich, buttery brioche without all the kneading? This recipe takes just a few minutes of prep, and your bread machine does the rest! Perfect for French toast, sandwiches, or just slathering with butter. 🧈🍞

There’s nothing quite like the rich, buttery flavor of brioche, but did you know you can make it effortlessly in your bread machine? This Bread Machine Brioche recipe takes all the hard work out of traditional brioche while still delivering that pillowy, soft texture and golden crust we all love.

03/01/2025

New little tea sampler on Etsy! https://leafandbramblefarm.etsy.com/listing/1867689948