Spring Coop Prep & Natural Pest Deterrents
Published: March 7, 2026 Howdy from the Coop, Farm Mamas It’s early March, the days are lengthening, the mud is […]
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Homesteading
Egg Series Part 1: Why the Health of Your Eggs Depends on How the Hens Are Raised – Pasture-Raised vs. Conventional (The Science Behind the Yolk)
Hey farm gals, it’s Kara from Lange Girl Farms! After 15 years of homesteading here in Southeast Michigan—raising a lively
Plant of the Week: Salix alba – White Willow (Pain-Relief & Winter Bark Uses)
Published: March 4, 2026 Howdy from the Willow Edge, Farm Mamas It’s early March, the days are lengthening, the sap
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Early Spring Seed Starting & Lunar Phase Planting Guide
Published: March 1, 2026 Howdy from the Seed Tray Table, Farm Mamas It’s the first of March, the days are
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February Homestead Wrap-Up & Early March To-Do List – Transitioning Seasons
Intro Happy end of February from Lange Girl Farms! As the month closes in Southeast Michigan, we’re reflecting on winter’s lessons
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Maple Tapping Prep – Tools & Timing for Homestead Syrup
Happy February from Lange Girl Farms! As the days slowly lengthen in Southeast Michigan, we’re gearing up for one of
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Winter Rabbit Hutch Refresh & Natural Bedding for Healthy Bunnies
Happy February from Lange Girl Farms! As winter holds on in Southeast Michigan, our rabbits are spending more time indoors
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Helleborus orientalis – Lenten Rose (Early Bloom Guide for Winter Color)
Happy February from Lange Girl Farms! As we await spring’s arrival in Southeast Michigan, one perennial that’s already showing promise
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Valentine Farm Treats – Herb Honey & Butter Recipes
Happy Valentine’s Day from Lange Girl Farms! As love fills the air in Southeast Michigan, we’re celebrating with simple, farm-made
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Homemade Bird Suet with Farm Seeds & Fat – Winter Bird Feeding the Natural Way
Intro Happy February from Lange Girl Farms! As the winter days continue in Southeast Michigan, we’re keeping our wild bird visitors
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Hamamelis virginiana – Witch Hazel (Winter Bloom Guide)
Happy February from Lange Girl Farms! As the winter landscape in Southeast Michigan stays quiet, one native shrub is stealing
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Blog Post 2: Feeding Misty: A Down-Home Nutritional Guide for Her Mini Foal
Hey there, farm family! Winter has settled over our Southeast Michigan homestead at Lange Girl Farms, and Misty Thunderstorm—Misty for
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Winter Pruning Evergreens & Natural Hand Care Routine
February brings the perfect window for winter pruning evergreens at Lange Girl Farms in Southeast Michigan. With the plants dormant
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January Homestead Inventory & Planning for Spring – Get Ready Now
January 31, 2026|Farm Life, Gardening, Homesteading, Sustainability, Tips Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As January comes to a
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Thuja occidentalis – Arborvitae Evergreen: Winter Privacy & Homes
January 28, 2026|Gardening, Homesteading, Sustainability Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As we enjoy the winter landscape in Southeast
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Post-Holiday Zero-Waste Farm Reset – From Greens to Compost Tea
January 24, 2026|Chickens, Cows, Farm Life, Gardening, Goats, Holistic, Homesteading, Horses, Livestock, Llamas, Recipes, Sustainability, Tips Happy New Year from
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Slate Plant Markers – Winter Uses & Custom Ordering for the Homes
January 18, 2026|Crafting, Gardening, Holistic, Homesteading, Products Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As we organize for the coming
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Sunflower Microgreens – Indoor Year-Round Guide for Fresh Greens
January 14, 2026|Chickens, Farm Life, Gardening, Holistic, Livestock Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As we navigate the quieter
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Cowboy Butter 2.0 – New Farm Herb Blends for Winter Flavor
January 10, 2026|Cows, Farm Life, Foraging, Gardening, Holistic, Recipes Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As we cozy up
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Cornus sericea – Red Twig Dogwood (Full Guide for Winter Beauty)
January 7, 2026|Foraging, Gardening, Homesteading, Tips Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! One of the brightest spots in our
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Welcoming a Mini Foal: Misty’s Journey Begins at Lange Girl Farms
January 6, 2026|Farm Life, Homesteading, Horses, Livestock Hey there, farm family! If you’ve been following along on Instagram, you already
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Embracing the Deep Litter Method: Winter Coop Care the Easy Way
January 3, 2026|Chickens, Farm Life, Gardening, Homesteading, Livestock, Sustainability, Tips Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms! As we settle
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5 Ways to Use Leftover Holiday Greens
January 1, 2026|Chickens, Crafting, Farm Life, Gardening, Holistic, Homesteading, Livestock, Recipes, Sustainability, Tips Happy New Year from Lange Girl Farms!
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Why December Is My Homestead’s Cozy Heart (And How to Savor It)
December 29, 2025|Farm Life, Homesteading, Tips Hey farm gals, it’s Kara from Lange Girl Farms! December’s my homestead’s cozy heart—15 years
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If I Can’t Eat It, It Doesn’t Touch My Family – Part 4 of 4
December 28, 2025|Farm Life, Foraging, Gardening, Holistic, Homesteading, Products, Sustainability, Tips If I Can’t Eat It, It Doesn’t Touch My
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