FRESH AT SAGE’S ACRE
PHOTO GALLERY
There’s always some strange, interesting, beautiful or fun going on here at the Acre, so I carry a camera. Just in case.
Last Night’s SpaceX Launch From My House
SpaceX launched a Starlink mission from Vandenberg just after sunset last night. Here's the view in the skies of Northern San Diego County a short time later.
HOME & GARDEN
Five Garden Tasks To Do Before Spring Arrives
Just because it's still winter doesn't mean you can't get ready for spring gardening. Here are five garden tasks you can do now before spring arrives
How to Grow Broccoli as a Perennial
Did you know you can grow broccoli like a perennial shrub and have garden-fresh veggies year-round? Pick an heirloom variety and it's easy! Here’s how
Why Aren’t My Seeds Sprouting?
Having trouble getting your seeds to sprout or your seedlings to survive? It’s almost always one of three problems. Here's how to diagnose and fix them.
Why you should have a rain barrel (or two)
Wondering whether rains barrels are worth it? The answer is yes! They're an easy and nature friendly way to save your water. Here's everything you need to know:
Freckles is a Great Winter Lettuce
Freckles is a Romaine-type lettuce with medium green leave and attractive red splotches. Great for winter growing in USDA zones 8 or higher
Hoping for an Early Start on Spring
Spring is almost 2 months away, but if I don't plant something, I'm going to explode. I'm taking a risk and starting a bunch of veggie seeds early. Way early.
HOME & GARDEN
FOOD & RECIPES
Best Bean Dishes for Autumn
Autumn is great for comfort foods and beans are inexpensive, delicious and super versatile. Here's five Terri tested and approved bean dishes to try this fall
Recipe: Old Fashioned Ketchup (c. 1915)
Wonder how classic, homemade American ketchup tastes? It tastes like awesome! If you've got a few tomatoes, here's a simple, delicious ketchup recipe from 1915.
Pickled Cherry / Grape Tomatoes Recipe
Got a bumper crop of mini tomatoes and wondering what to do before they go bad? Here's a super simple way to preserve and enjoy your tomatoes all year long
FOOD & RECIPES
How to Make Old Fashioned Spicy Dill Pickles
It's easy to make delicious, spicy, tangy and tasty pickles at home, the old fashioned way using this simple, but amazing 100 year old recipe
5 Things You Can Make With Leftover Sweet Corn
Got corn that's leftover or past it's prime? Don't throw it away! Here are 5 recipes that'll turn that old sweet corn into a delicious dish.
Old Fashioned Cornbread Recipe
A super easy cornbread recipe made with sweet corn kernels and bacon. It's sweet, moist, and practically irresistible! Great for Thanksgiving and other meals.
Tapas Time!
Got a few extra veggies but don't know what to do? Make pinchos de encurtidos (a type of tapas). Easy & delicious, they're great with cheese and charcuterie.
AROUND THE ACRE
Live Video Stream
Visit the ChickenCam » (Tip: There are actually more ducks than chickens)
Make a live backyard or wildlife camera just like Chickencam for less than $50. It’s easy!
Weathercam
Live camera shot facing west toward the Pacific Ocean, about 7 miles away.
FRESH AT SAGE’S ACRE
PHOTO GALLERY
There’s always some strange, interesting, beautiful or fun going on here at the Acre, so I carry a camera. Just in case.
Last Night’s SpaceX Launch From My House
SpaceX launched a Starlink mission from Vandenberg just after sunset last night. Here's the view in the skies of Northern San Diego County a short time later.
HOME & GARDEN
Five Garden Tasks To Do Before Spring Arrives
Just because it's still winter doesn't mean you can't get ready for spring gardening. Here are five garden tasks you can do now before spring arrives
How to Grow Broccoli as a Perennial
Did you know you can grow broccoli like a perennial shrub and have garden-fresh veggies year-round? Pick an heirloom variety and it's easy! Here’s how
Why Aren’t My Seeds Sprouting?
Having trouble getting your seeds to sprout or your seedlings to survive? It’s almost always one of three problems. Here's how to diagnose and fix them.
Why you should have a rain barrel (or two)
Wondering whether rains barrels are worth it? The answer is yes! They're an easy and nature friendly way to save your water. Here's everything you need to know:
Freckles is a Great Winter Lettuce
Freckles is a Romaine-type lettuce with medium green leave and attractive red splotches. Great for winter growing in USDA zones 8 or higher
Hoping for an Early Start on Spring
Spring is almost 2 months away, but if I don't plant something, I'm going to explode. I'm taking a risk and starting a bunch of veggie seeds early. Way early.
HOME & GARDEN
FOOD & RECIPES
Best Bean Dishes for Autumn
Autumn is great for comfort foods and beans are inexpensive, delicious and super versatile. Here's five Terri tested and approved bean dishes to try this fall
Recipe: Old Fashioned Ketchup (c. 1915)
Wonder how classic, homemade American ketchup tastes? It tastes like awesome! If you've got a few tomatoes, here's a simple, delicious ketchup recipe from 1915.
Pickled Cherry / Grape Tomatoes Recipe
Got a bumper crop of mini tomatoes and wondering what to do before they go bad? Here's a super simple way to preserve and enjoy your tomatoes all year long
FOOD & RECIPES
How to Make Old Fashioned Spicy Dill Pickles
It's easy to make delicious, spicy, tangy and tasty pickles at home, the old fashioned way using this simple, but amazing 100 year old recipe
5 Things You Can Make With Leftover Sweet Corn
Got corn that's leftover or past it's prime? Don't throw it away! Here are 5 recipes that'll turn that old sweet corn into a delicious dish.
Old Fashioned Cornbread Recipe
A super easy cornbread recipe made with sweet corn kernels and bacon. It's sweet, moist, and practically irresistible! Great for Thanksgiving and other meals.
Tapas Time!
Got a few extra veggies but don't know what to do? Make pinchos de encurtidos (a type of tapas). Easy & delicious, they're great with cheese and charcuterie.
AROUND THE ACRE
Live Video Stream
Visit the ChickenCam » (Tip: There are actually more ducks than chickens)
Make a live backyard or wildlife camera just like Chickencam for less than $50. It’s easy!
Weathercam
Live camera shot facing west toward the Pacific Ocean, about 7 miles away.