Chicken landscaping

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When you live on a farm and have animals, you quickly learn that protecting those animals becomes a chief concern for your daily life. Predators are a

Have you been following along on Instagram? We have been talking about doing some yard work both front and backyard. It’s been a work in progress and last year we were all about just getting our yard graded, planting grass (who remembers when it was all dirt still), and doing a little planting. We knew […]

When designing a chicken-friendly garden around your chicken coop, it's important to choose plants that are safe and beneficial for chickens. Chickens can be quite destructive to plants because they scratch, peck, and sometimes eat them. However, some plants can provide chickens with shade, entertainment, and a nutritious supplement to their diet. Visit our blog for safe plants around your chicken coop.

In this article, I'm sharing a few of the odd planting methods I use to keep plants growing in, around, and over my chicken coop. Growing the chicken-friendly plants, flowers, and shrubs in my chicken run prevents erosion, promotes flock health, and provides supplemental feed.

How to Free-Range Your Chickens in the Garden

Your Coop Can Be A Beautiful Addition To Your Yard With The Right Right Landscaping. Know Which Plants Are Safe For Chickens And Which To Avoid. It's All Here.

Raising poultry and growing a garden go hand in hand. They are both excellent ways to be self-sufficient and promote a healthy lifestyle. When you are planning your garden for your family, why not add a few plants that are beneficial for your feathered friends as well. #gardening #chickens #homesteading #farming #backyardflock #chickensandgardens