Rustic Refuge Homestead

09/04/2026

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08/27/2026

There’s something so satisfying about taking a simple head of cabbage + fresh carrots and turning them into homemade sauerkraut!

Today we’re shredding, salting, mixing, and letting nature do its thing. 🌱✨ There’s nothing quite like making food from scratch and knowing exactly what went into it!
Now I want to know… 👇

Do you make your own sauerkraut?
❤️ Love it | 😍 Never tried it | 🤔 Want to learn

And what would YOU add to homemade kraut—garlic, jalapeños, apples, or keep it classic? 🥬🥕👇

08/26/2026

Today we’re giving our two GreenStalks some much-needed love and getting them ready for our fall crops! 🥬🥕🧅

We’re amending the soil, refreshing everything, and getting these towers ready for another season of growing. There’s just something exciting about turning over the garden and knowing fresh food is on the way! 💚

What are YOU planting in your fall garden this year? 👇 Tell us in the comments—we’re always looking for new ideas! 🌱

08/24/2026

🐔☀️ Chicken keepers—here’s a simple summer idea for your flock! 🌿🥒

When those Tennessee summer temperatures start climbing, keeping fresh, clean water available is one of the most important things we can do for our chickens.

We like adding a few cucumber slices and fresh herbs like mint or basil to a separate water treat. 🥒🌱 It can be a fun way to encourage them to drink while giving them something interesting to peck at!

⚠️ Important: Always keep their regular plain, fresh water available. Infused water should be an extra—not a replacement.

🐔 What do YOU add to your chickens’ summer treats? Drop your favorite idea below! 👇❤️

08/24/2026

🐔 How well do you know your laying hens? 🥚❤️

Not every hen that looks “a little off” is sick—and sometimes their comb, eyes, abdomen, and vent can tell you a LOT about how they’re doing!

👉 SAVE this post so you have it handy when checking your flock!
👉 SHARE it with someone who raises chickens!
👉 And tell us in the comments: What’s the #1 thing you check on your hens? 👇🐔

Let’s help each other become better chicken keepers! 🌱🏡

08/23/2026

🐰🥕 BUNNY LOVERS, SAVE THIS POST! 🥕🐰

Did you know there are so many fresh veggies your rabbits can safely enjoy? 🌱❤️ From leafy greens and herbs to carrots, broccoli, zucchini, and cucumber, variety can help keep your bunny’s diet interesting!

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🐇 Share it with another bunny lover!

💬 What’s your rabbit’s favorite veggie? Tell us in the comments! 👇

🌿 Fresh from the garden to happy bunnies—that’s the kind of life we love! 🐰💚

08/21/2026

🐔🚨 CHICKEN OWNERS—SAVE THIS! 🚨🐔

Did you know there are foods we might think are harmless that should NEVER be fed to our chickens? 😳

I came across this helpful graphic and had to share it! 🌱🐓 Whether you’re new to raising chickens or have had a flock for years, it’s always good to double-check what goes into those treats.
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👉 SHARE it with a chicken-keeping friend!
👉 And tell me… what’s the strangest thing your chickens have ever tried to eat? 😂👇

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