There are a few things you must know to safely use a chainsaw. One of those is how to tighten the chain. A tight chain keeps the chain safely on the guide bar, it also allows your chainsaw to the cut at top efficiency. There are some dangers with having a loose chain. I personally…
If you’re short on yard space or live in an urban setting, there’s no need to give up on a vegetable garden. There are plenty of veggies that will happily grow in containers, providing you with a bountiful harvest in a small amount of space. Of course, some vegetables are more suited to containers than…
Chainsaws can seem like really complicated machines, however, the main components can easily be serviced to prolong the life of the internals to give your chainsaw plenty of years of life. Believe it or not, the sharpness of your chainsaw teeth directly contributes to the health of the engine and can help save gas and…
If you have backyard chickens and some old grapes in your fridge, you may be wondering: can chickens eat grapes? The short answer is yes, chickens can safely eat grapes. However, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure your flock stays happy and healthy. Joel Salatin says if just 1 in…
Chainsaws can be some of the most intimidating pieces of equipment which a homeowner can purchase. Most of these machines come ready to use right out of the box. However, the dread usually comes when it’s time to do any sort of maintenance on the machine. I’m here to tell you that it is not…
Do Electric Chainsaws Need Oil? Yes, electric chainsaws require oil to lubricate the chain. Although the motor does not require gas or any fuel additive, the chain will require ‘bar and chain’ oil. How do you oil an electric chainsaw? Adding oil to an electric chainsaw is simple. There is only one cap to find…
Clay soil isn’t all bad when it comes to gardening, but heavy clay or soil that is highly compacted can be a nightmare to work with. Plants need to be able to put their roots down and get both water and good aeration from the soil, so most will be unhappy in compacted clay. One…
Garlic is typically planted as a fall crop. The cloves put down roots early, winter stimulates bulb production, and the plants mature throughout spring and summer. However, if you missed the fall planting window, there’s no need to give up on having garlic in your garden! You can still plant it in spring, although you’ll…
Bok choy is a vegetable of many names. It’s sometimes referred to as Chinese cabbage and has quite a few variations as far as spelling goes: bok choi, pac choi, pac choy, bak choy, and so on. No matter how you spell it, bok choy is a tasty cool-season green with crisp, edible stalks and…
Cauliflower is a cabbage-family member that contains tons of nutrients in its (usually) white, densely packed heads. Growing this nutritious vegetable isn’t as easy as some of its relatives (like cabbage or broccoli), but you can have success if you pay attention to the specific needs of this picky plant. Here’s more on exactly how…