Why These Chickens Will Be Nameless, But Still Loved There’s a new group of feathered residents settling in at 1737 Urban Homestead… and this time, things feel a little different. We recently welcomed 9 American Bresse chickens to the flock. These birds won’t be getting names like our Buff Orpington girls. They won’t be starringContinueContinue reading “Welcoming Our Meat Birds to the Homestead”
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Growing Love: A Valentine’s Day in the Garden 💚
Valentine’s Day usually brings to mind roses, chocolates, and fancy dinners. And don’t get me wrong, we love all of that too. But here at 1737, we celebrate love a little differently. We celebrate the love that grows. The love that takes time.The love that needs tending.The love that feeds people. Because truthfully? Gardening andContinueContinue reading “Growing Love: A Valentine’s Day in the Garden 💚”
❄️ Winter Weather Prep at the Garden: Getting Ready for What’s Ahead
Winter is knocking on the door, and if you’re anything like us here at 1737, you’re already keeping one eye on the weather and the other on the garden. Cold snaps have a way of sneaking up on us, especially here in the South, and a little preparation now can make all the difference later.ContinueContinue reading “❄️ Winter Weather Prep at the Garden: Getting Ready for What’s Ahead”
Spring 2026 Seed Starting at 1737: Where It All Begins
Hey Loves, There’s just something about seed starting season that never gets old. Every year, right around this time, we find ourselves back at the table with trays, soil, seeds, and a whole lot of intention. Spring at 1737 doesn’t begin on a calendar; it begins the moment that first seed goes into the soil.ContinueContinue reading “Spring 2026 Seed Starting at 1737: Where It All Begins”
Welcome to a New Year at 1737 🌱
Hey Loves, There’s something about a new year that feels like fresh soil under your hands. Clean. Full of promise. Ready for planting. As we step into this new season at 1737; we’re doing so with full hearts; big dreams, and a whole lot of gratitude. Last year taught us so much about stewardship, patience,ContinueContinue reading “Welcome to a New Year at 1737 🌱”
A Thanksgiving Note From 1737 Urban Homestead
As we gather around our tables this Thanksgiving, I can’t help but sit in a spirit of gratitude. Out here at 1737 Urban Homestead, the seasons teach us many things. They show us how to plant with intention. They also show us how to harvest with joy. Finally, they teach us how to rest whenContinueContinue reading “A Thanksgiving Note From 1737 Urban Homestead”
Homestead vs. Farm: What’s the Real Difference?
Hey Loves, If you’ve been following along with our journey at 1737, you already know we like to keep it simple, soulful, and sustainable. But every now and then, someone will ask me, “So… are y’all a homestead or a farm?” And listen, depending on who you ask, you’ll get a different answer every time.ContinueContinue reading “Homestead vs. Farm: What’s the Real Difference?”
When Life Gives You Too Many Tomatoes… Make Soup.
Listen. There comes a point in every urban homesteader’s life when the tomato plants start acting like they’ve got something to prove. I mean really show out. One minute you’re begging them to grow, the next minute you’re side-eyeing your countertops wondering how you went from two tomatoes to a full-blown red avalanche. I blinkedContinueContinue reading “When Life Gives You Too Many Tomatoes… Make Soup.”
Meet the Ladies of 1737: Our Feathered Family
Hey y’all, Let me tell you, life on the homestead stays interesting. A big reason for that is the crew we’ve got clucking around out back. Our hens are more than just egg layers; they’ve become part of the family. And like any good Southern family, they’ve all got big personalities… and names to match.ContinueContinue reading “Meet the Ladies of 1737: Our Feathered Family”
Catch of the Day – Straight from the Aquaponics!
Y’all! We finally pulled some fish from our aquaponics system and it was a blast! After months of nurturing and watching those waters, we harvested three beautiful catfish fresh, homegrown, and full of flavor. We fried up two of them whole, just the way we like it crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.ContinueContinue reading “Catch of the Day – Straight from the Aquaponics!”
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