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Silverudd Blue Chickens: Traits to Keep & Faults to Avoid
Silverudd chickens were developed in Sweden by Martin Silverudd. His aim was to produce a hardy homestead bird that lay roughly 250 eggs per year. Their eggs are on the smaller side in comparison to breeds such as Marans or Orpington, with eggs averaging between 50-60 grams. It is imperative to wait until eggs reach 50 grams in order to achieve strong & vigorous chicks from the hatching eggs. This breed is actually the only "true" green layer, versus an Olive Egger that is
amberrmeadows
7 days ago4 min read


Elevating My Breeding Game: Embracing Speckled Eggs and Bloomed Hens
Breeding chickens is a journey full of surprises and rewards. Right now, the focus is on making everything speckled and heavily bloomed, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with the next generation of Silverudd chickens. These birds all hatched from beautiful eggs, and the excitement is building as the flock grows and evolves. Growing the Next Generation of Silverudd The Silverudd breed is known for its unique egg colors and feather patterns. This season, the goal is to
amberrmeadows
Mar 243 min read


Seasonal Veggie Planting Guide for East Texas 8b
I have put together this list of the variety of veggies best suited for our climate, as well as a planting schedule. Hope this helps - as...
amberrmeadows
Aug 24, 20251 min read


Cut Flower Planting Schedule East Texas Gardens - Zone 8B
I had a list of plants for a year-round cut flower garden that I grow or plan to grow for each season that are specific to our growing...
amberrmeadows
Aug 23, 20251 min read


Blooming Beauties: My Ultimate Guide to Cut Flower Gardening Tips for Texas 8B
Cut flower gardening is a rewarding activity. Not only does it fill your home with vibrant colors, but it also brings delightful scents....
amberrmeadows
Jul 9, 20253 min read
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