Welcome to Guildbrook Farm

Guildbrook Farm is a modern homestead in the foothills of Appalachia. We take our audience along on a journey to become more self-reliant by growing our own organic produce, raising animals for dairy and eggs, preparing food for long-term storage, and building off the grid renewable energy systems. In 2017, we moved to raw land where we are building a debt-free energy efficient and disaster resistant ICF mountain home. Join us as we learn to live a simple, sustainable lifestyle.

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January Organic Seed Starting

January Organic Seed Starting

We are teaching ourselves how to garden organically.  This is our 2nd year gardening in Zone 7B using open-pollinated, heirloom seeds.  Our first year, we just threw some seeds in the garden to see if anything would grow. This year we are a bit more organized (just a bit).  We are still experimenting with different techniques and seeds to see what works for us.  Today we are starting onions, cabbage, peas, broccoli, artichokes, and celery.

Foam Seed Trays on Amazon:  http://amzn.to/2jcdXbV

4’ T5 Fluorescent Grow Lights on Amazon:  http://amzn.to/2k0NK4A

February Planting and Updates

February Planting and Updates

Slugs!  Organic Slug Control (Spoof)

Slugs! Organic Slug Control (Spoof)