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Author: Rachel Harmon

Rachel is the creator of Living Life Rural. With over 30 years of experience in gardening and canning, nearly 15 years raising dairy goats, and 13 years as a soapmaker, Rachel brings a wealth of firsthand knowledge to everything she teaches. She’s spent 20+ years gardening in the Midwest and 15+ years navigating unique challenges on the High Plains of Colorado, giving her a deep understanding of how to adapt skills to different environments. Her passion lies in breaking down traditional homesteading skills into easy-to-follow steps, showing others that the lifestyle they dream of is achievable, one small step at a time.
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Understanding Your Garden’s Unique Climate: Plant Zones, Frost Dates, and More!

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 13 minutes

Hopefully, you know that growing a beautiful, thriving garden isn’t just about having a green thumb (or just blind luck) – it’s also about understanding your unique garden climate in the plant zone in which your plants are growing. Whether…

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10 Steps for Choosing the Best Seeds for Your Garden
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10 Steps for Choosing the Best Seeds for Your Garden

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 12 minutes

Have you ever received a seed catalog in the mail and excitedly opened it only to be completely overwhelmed by ALL the varieties and choices? Or maybe you’ve stood in the seed aisle at your local store and stared at…

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7 Reasons to Start a Garden This Year
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7 Reasons to Start a Garden This Year

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 9 minutes

There are many reasons to start a garden this year. It has many benefits for you such as being a great way to get in touch with nature and a fulfilling activity for all ages. If you look at any…

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Winter Sowing – Five Tips for Seedling Success
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Winter Sowing – Five Tips for Seedling Success

ByRachel Harmon Reading Time: 7 minutes

Winter sowing is a great way to start your seedlings. Here are 5 tips for being successful with your next winter sowing endeavor.

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