Quick and Easy Ways to Reduce Food Waste at Home
The Harrowsmith Team
Harrowsmith is the farm-to-condo go-to for living sustainably and simply. Our mission is to offer a down-to-earth Canadian perspective on topics of gardening, home and design, travel and culture, food, health, wellness and the environment.
Favourite Food Plants to Grow
If you know, you know so we asked Mark and Ben to share what their favourite crops to grow are and why
How to Plant Directly into the Ground
7 Easy Steps
Take Care of Nature
Overall, birds play a critical role in maintaining the health and integrity of our ecosystems.
Save The Scraps
Simple Tips to Reduce Food Waste
Wildlife Photography
Nature awakens in spring and there’s plenty of opportunity to get photos of flowers, mosses, budson trees, insects and, of course, baby animals....
Grow Herbs
Which herbs do you like to grow?
Planting Time
Warm season and cool season crops are terms used to describe the optimal temperature range
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Harrowsmith’s Caulfield Family Leftover Turkey Soup
This turkey soup is sure to become a favourite
How to Create a Cleaner & Greener Home
Learn how to create a cleaner and greener home without breaking the bank. Small changes can make a big difference in saving the environment.
How to Make Your Own Cleaning Spray
Save those citrus peels & save money by making your own cleaning solution
How to Prep for a Power Outage That Lasts Longer Than 1 Day
Having the right generator, fuel and connections is essential
ATVs – Not just for tearing up trails anymore
The ATV may have come from humble beginnings, but it didn’t take long for it to spread across the rural landscape.