Plant this once and have FOOD for 30 YEARS!

[@OFFGRIDwithDOUGSTACY]

Thanks for stopping by the homestead! You can check out starkbros.com for grapes and fruit trees 🤠👍

[@shield707]

Excellent

[@BonnieBlue2A]

Be certain to plant some hyssop near the grapes so that they root better.

[@shield707]

@@BonnieBlue2A I've never heard of it. Is it pretty common?

[@missmix48]

I'm glad you told them to be careful about that post pounder. I usually put it 7' posts & I am 5'3" I used to just hold the bottom of that thing and once the handles got in the wrong direction and I pulled it down on my head & gave myself a concussion.

[@minihaha3940]

OFF GRID with DOUG & STACY ,Hi Doug and Stacy, is it true it takes 2 years to bare fruit? Can you eat leaves as winter approaches?. I'm trying to order the on line catalog but will have to do so on my sons phone, my phone is messed up. I wasn't able to get the elderberry when everyone got them. I see on the site they have plants. Thank you for showing your work. Years ago l helped a family put a vineyard together by using the tractor and auger to dig holes and put the post in. I think they sold their farm, sad l didn't get to see a harvest .love your channel.

[@monicarisher6256]

You mentioned grapes will give you up to 30yrs of harvest. I wanted to share this: I was at an Amish lady's house. Her family operated a greenhouse and had lived at that location several years. They had a huge grapevine. She told me they had a professional age it and estimated it at over 100 years old! It died out a couple of years after that but was extremely productive 😀

[@marwerno]

Ohh, and they can even get older. My uncle has also one that he planted as a kid. He turned already 82 :-) Also this one: vinepair.com/wine-blog/this-grapevine-has-been-around-for-nearly-500-years/

[@davidjames1063]

We had a Thompson vine over 30 years old, that produced massive crops.

[@jewelssylva3738]

There are ancient grapevines in Spain & France. I don't know if it's the soil, or what, but grapes CAN live & produce over 100 years.

[@jewelssylva3738]

I grew up in Fresno California where there's a huge Arminian population. I'm pretty sure that's where Stacy's family hails from.

[@judithkopchak2291]

LOVE this. 💗

[@denisekurtz901]

Like they say, it's so nice to have a man around the house. I believe that and you are a great example. Stacy is blessed to have you, but yet you're so blessed to have Stacy. You two ROCK!!!lol

[@kellyrichards1354]

Grape trellis and outdoor shower, the ideas just keep getting better and better. Thanks Stacy!

[@davidjames1063]

Grapes love a good trellis.

[@ashleybrister5033]

Please don't ever delete your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!!

[@ashwho53]

Mind blowing stuff and quite the opposite of what you’ll learn in school. Thank you for bringing truth and healing. May God continue to bless your lives and this ministry of sorts. ❤

[@parrotbill9072]

One thing I know about grapes is they never fruit on old wood. So you have to cut them back late winter or very early spring, so the can grow a lot of new shoots to bare your grapes on. That's why you see big stumps in a vineyard just before growing season.

[@Birdlovr1]

My grandmother had concord grapes. She was 101 and 5 months old when she passed and was healthy as a horse!🙂

[@wesbaumguardner8829]

Those t-posts will get you in shape real quick. I worked at a vineyard that was being started for the ground up. Driving posts all day for a month got me in the best shape of my life.

[@davidjames1063]

Try deep fence posts by hand. Makes T-posts look Easy.

[@janselby0421]

Wow who doesn’t like grapes?! Thanks for the framing & planning instructions ❣️. Thanks 🙏🏻

[@serdalkaptan]

Dear Doug and Stacy, thanks for this valuable information about grape planting. I would like to add some info about the leafy meals. As your Western neighbour (from Turkiye), all the leaves wrapped are called sarma (wrapping, rolling), and dolma is referred to filling (stuffing) like peppers, eggplants, zucchinis, squashes, even tomatoes and cucumbers. And yes, you never waste any part of these awesome plants, and they are, indeed, very good for health. Regards from Canada.

[@Neirawr]

I’ve heard that grape leaf is also beneficial for stopping a cytokine storm. Veggies and wild medicinals never cease to amaze me. God gave and gives us everything we need. Thank you for this video.

[@tcanderson1313]

Thanks for all the excellent information on grapes. It was a good reminder of the health benefits and how delicious stuffed grape leaves can be.

[@MariaDominguez-bl1ef]

Do you have an update on how the grapevine is doing? I’d love to see it 🍇

[@lindaball9689]

As soon as our land is ready...we want a garden and plants to share with The neighbors, family, and friends.

[@williambelton548]

Doug has to be the happiest man to have a lady like you you are a special kind of lady keep up the good work yall love yall God Bless yall..

[@frances6827]

What a beautiful flatland with nice "facilities" for the precious animals; it's a self-sufficient home sweet home paradise.

[@charlene5461]

Just shared this with a grape growing family member! Next time I get next to a vine, I'm gonna grab me some leaves!! Thanks for sharing! Have an awesomely blessed day!

[@danguingrich9665]

My grapes must be 30 plus years old and thank you to my grandpa and Opal for planting them. Stacy I hope yours grow like mine. They are in sandy soil here with rhubarb close by. Thanks for letting me know of all the health benefits of the grape. And I may have to eat me some grape leaves now!

[@lancesipes616]

Thank you so very nuch for sharing your wisdom and your lifestyle with us! and we love you both keep up the good work

[@keywestcatlady]

Great Video! I’m going to do this! Thank-you, So Much, Doug & Stacy! Also, I want to say, The Concord Grapevines my Grandfather planted after coming to this country, are still thriving up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania!

[@UrbanHomesteadMomma]

Another use for grape leaves... put one leaf in each jar of fermenting pickles and it keeps your pickles crisp!

[@ptj4620]

Never heard this before, will try

[@judyofthewoods]

Also good as a substitute for that large outer cabbage leaf to go on top, when you are fermenting something other than cabbage.

[@brittnyhawk8633]

Real? I'm going try this. I'm a pickle kinda woman. I think I got 4 different types open right now.

[@abbeysomething1352]

Tammy Jaecks Me too. My bread and butter are crisp but my dill pickles are always limp🤷🏻‍♀️

[@teekotrain6845]

It really does. It's the tannins. That's the reason i use bay leaves (i would use grape if i had them but bay are easy and cheap to store) i have always wondered what nuisances grape leaves brought to the flavor profile

[@lorimann-garza7340]

I've been watching you guys for the last 16 months...I grew up on a farm in Mo. I now live in a 500 sq ft rented cabin in Montgomery Tx... Birthplace of the Texas Flag. I've been planting sweet potatoes, Tomatoes & Herbs in containers & am having so much fun getting back to my roots @ 65 years old! Thank you both for your videos, your Faith in God & sharing your knowledge with us!

[@OFFGRIDwithDOUGSTACY]

That is awesome!

[@lorimann-garza7340]

@@OFFGRIDwithDOUGSTACY You guys are awesome!

[@skidmark7845]

We had an exchange student at our mechanic shop that was from Greece. His mom made us a bunch of stuffed grape leave rolls. They were filled with a stuffing made of lamb meat and roasted in an oven. Was surprised that the leaves were tender but they were. Don’t know how she made it but it was really good.

[@kathywest5984]

Thanks Doug and Stacy! Look forward to seeing updates on growths of your grapes.

[@mikehoward4160]

Making Doug and Stacy part of my after work knowledge video. Keep up the good work guys

[@OFFGRIDwithDOUGSTACY]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@jenjen4jesus939]

Very cool idea!! And easily a one person project! Thank you for sharing you guys! May God bless your grapes in Jesus' name!

[@calgal7828]

Thanks for posting this. You folks have a beautiful place!

[@WanderingWellnessRV]

What a great homestead project to fill your life with many years of health, happiness and food! Looking forward to the beginning of our homestead journey later this year!

[@BayouCoyote]

Totally awesome grape arbor! I never thought about bending the cattle panel over into a hoop and raising it off of the ground. Nice and easy to mow under!

[@megantousignant18]

I am so excited to make these trellises in my garden at our very first homestead that we are moving to at the end of March 🎉

[@logosjohn1]

Praying to get out of the apartment and into a home so I can practice all these wonderful ideas!

[@hd5dsolutions436]

You need more than a home. You need a piece of land around it too. How big?

[@allonadollar7176]

I am so touched by your comment. My sincere prayers 🙏 for your dreams to come true. God bless 🙏.

[@Ang.0910]

Me too! I’ve been stuck in a SF townhouse in the middle of the city by the bay and I’m dying here. I feel trapped.

[@missannie8012]

Me too, I am currently looking. So frustrated. Found some great houses but if they're in the flood zone the insurance is $7K or more per year! So, I am still looking. And you don't have to have land. A decent backyard can have lots of growing room.

[@joycebrannen1943]

Start stocking your supplies

[@becca4998]

You guys are awesome!😎 Thank you!🤗Appreciate what you both do so much! All praise and glory to the Creator of the Universe!🌈

[@jimgriffiths9071]

Great info Stacy. Imagine Omega-3 from a grape leaf! You guys are more relevant now than ever. Thank you!

[@contact3604]

Amen!🙌 Moira From England.

[@xyzsame4081]

linseed or the oil from is also a good source. I like cooked potatoes with that oil I mash them with a fork on the plate when they are still hot, and pour some milk over it. And a good does of the oil, and some salt. Just make sure that you get FRESH oil, keep it in the fridge and eat if fast. It reacts easily with oxygen. When gone rancid you can always use it for wood - only make SURE to never leave brushes or rags with oil in a place where they are not exposed to air. that oil can ignite it is the reaction when a rag is crumpled up and in some corner. When you let it dry exposed to air, it is O.K. but not throwing it in the trash, there is not enough oxygen to have the harmless reaction and the heat can build up. (like wet straw or hay). I oil my kitchen countertop with my bare (clean, washed) hands. No problem with disposal of rags, I massage it in and it is good for the skin. With food grade oil you can do it. (Not DIY oil they usually add hardener which pretty much defies the purpose of even using the oil). And the oiled surface must be exposed to air for longer (think cabinets that are opened often, no problem with counter tops) and it needs time to cure. We are talking at least one week and I still would not put stuff directly on the oiled surface - think a linen cabinet. You could build a little platform with a a few pieces of wood and a hard surface (could be even stable cardboard) and the conent is placed on that. That way the oil can continue to cure. Else you might get a funny smell. After some time you can remove the provisory arrangement and fill your cabinet in the normal way. It helps when it is a cabinet that is opened and the stuff is moved occasionally. It is a good, cheap and natural protection, but it takes its time.

[@christinaedwards7159]

Love the arbor you guys picked for the grapes. We have a customer that has a 100 year old grape vine... it’s more like a tree just about. I can’t wait to buy our property to get clippings from his plant for our own place

[@francesgannon8990]

Thanks for this information. So much to learn!! I’m so grateful for your channel!! Blessings to you both!!

[@myaccount2825]

We also use the cattle panels in the arches to make little storage areas for our order tack outside the riding arena. Cover with a tarp and it's a super nice little shelter. 😁🎉

[@janebadon3988]

Don’t you just love cattle panels? I’m watching this 2 years later...going to see if I can find it growing in a later video! Y’all inspire me!

[@markra4044]

We need a grape update even if they failed; you can try again!

[@wendyjomendy]

🐝🌱Have a more than usual blessed day lol!😁💕💕💕💕May the blessings of Jesus pour upon your grape vines for 30+ years

[@karentalley4662]

Watching all your informational videos. I didn’t know grape leaves were edible. Mine didn’t make it. But I’m gonna give it another try. Thanks for timeless encouragement!

[@herballycrafted1188]

Awesome idea about putting the pots over the grapes!! Thank you

[@lindagraves3250]

As they grow, PLEASE show how to prune them for maximum grape production.

[@DAUGHTERofaKING77]

I love your home, property looks so clean and beautiful. Kudos to you & your hard work.

[@charlenenardoni-puckett2938]

Omgosh I'm so much like you!...I recycle like you, I eat natural things like you! I have learned so much more from your experiences! Unfortunately, I don't have a hubby like you who is willing to live off the grid which makes it hard to follow through on my desired goals in life. So enjoy all the tips and videos from you both! Happy I discovered your way of life living under God's glorious Earth!

[@angelicapui6153]

I didn’t know you can Also put the leaves into a salad, thanks Stacy for teaching us all about this amazing source of food and the vitamins and health benefits,🙏

[@gloriabeddow15]

I don't know how I missed this one. THANK YOU! 🌻

[@sw3929]

Proverbs 31:16 She considers a field and buys it; From her profits she plants a vineyard. Just ordered some grapes from stark brothers, also some montmorcey cherries.. Thanks for the video!

[@butchjohnson40]

All the comments made me want to watch the videos

[@userPs91victory]

Correct!😍

[@christophersleight19]

Amen

Gross, bigoted, bronze age death cult.

[@christophersleight19]

@ , are they opening for Black Sabbath on the next tour?

[@patriciahayes9314]

That looks so awesome and gives me great inspiration of what to do in our garden and around the property at my Mom's house.

[@neverdidIeverchangethis]

Thank you for sharing your wisdom and your lifestyle with us!

[@katsimms8750]

I really appreciate how you take us with you when your doing regular everyday chores. We see all sides of off grid living. Thank you

[@emilytyler9101]

What a great idea. I hadn't thought of doing this before. I'm sure that will be so pretty and useful

[@sueb.5364]

I only have a little backyard, but I have planted tomatoes, kale, squash... also face time with my grandkids in another state and they are planting a 'victory' garden too in this crazy time. Thank you for sharing all your ideas! Sending love to all!

[@ohioladybug7390]

Sue B. ....I love hearing about families taking this opportunity to teach their kids things they don’t learn in school. Bravo!!

[@anthonyhoward4743]

I only have a small backyard to. Got 2 fruit tree, strawberry, spuds, herbs and going to plant some salad crops as well. Makes me smile when I look out the kitchen window. Simple things eh?

[@melissamoore521]

One of the positive things I hope will come of this pandemic is that people start appreciating Nature, food, frugality, generosity, and being self-sufficient. Think of the greenhouse gases we could save if we grew just SOME of our own food. And DON'T spray herbicides nor pesticides. We kill our environment, then we have killed ourselves and loved ones... God save the bees!

[@joycebrannen1943]

Make some raised/hanging gardens if you have space.

[@TOMMYBITESHOMESTEAD]

Great video, I am new to your channel. I started a garden last year and everything is growing well but now we are moving in 60 days and I have to move everything. I love what you both are doing in on the homestead

[@timisaac8121]

Nugent or two: Grapes Leaves are good to eat for salads, just like lettuce! This is a nugget Miss Stacy.

[@LK-3000]

Awesome video. I just got some cuttings from a friend and I'm rooting them. I'm hoping to grow grapes this year and your video was a great reminder of the health benefits of grapes. Thank you!

[@carolynneff4956]

Oh my word , this is crazy. Thanks for the information!! God bless you for keeping us informed.

[@peacefamilyhomestead3138]

I had been debating what kind of trellis to make and now I know thank Doug and Stacy. P.S. we love the Sun Oven.

[@fireofevender5515]

I love my sun oven, too! Hard boiled eggs are so easy, I may just live on them! 😁

[@applepiebetty]

Never knew how healthy grape leaves were, thanks!

[@bigpumpkin22]

Doug, that is the tidiest barn I have ever laid these tired ole eyes on. I feel humbled . Triple +

[@sandrad518]

Red grapes have always been my favorite. I'm rarely without any when they're in season.

[@jamiekirk7227]

Stacy..I live in Missouri. I now live in the home my grandparents built....I am 41 yrs....my now concord grapes have been going for over 41yrs!!😀😀 I am excited to use the leaves this yr..thank you for the suggestion! Congratulations on the 🍇 🍇!!!!

[@magmasunburst9331]

Lovage is an amazing plant. It grows to be about 6 foot tall and bushy and has leaves that taste like a combination of cilantro and celery that you can eat raw. You can also eat the seeds and it gives off many. It is a perennial.

[@maxkendall1298]

You can cut a stem, cut again below leaves and use it as a drinking straw. Gives water a fantastic flavour.

[@gregoryluc2876]

Some time ago I came across you guys. Now I have subscribed . I enjoy very much your opinions, experiences and willingness to help me make my piece of turf a better place from all four corners. Your fermenting practices have been implemented, water gathering is next. Best wishes to you guys and whatever you put your hands and minds to!

[@edieboudreau9637]

On hottest summer days it's great to eat lunch under a grape arbor.

[@charissetraska4949]

What a great team u & Doug make ❤️ the knowledge u both pass on to us is tremendous. Your channel is actually my new favorite channel Thank u SO much for sharing your knowledge with us all ❤️

[@raymondlopez5011]

Doug and Stacy thank you, its a refreshing way to learning.

[@anndra1160]

This is one of the BEST channels I have found as far as information on homesteading! Stacy is SUPER resourceful! And Doug, I LOVE THE BEARD!!! 😃😃😃

[@theanimalsmagicshop4785]

Such a pretty farm! I love stuffed grape leaves but didn't realize how beneficial they are. Thank you :)

[@michaelgregorich4835]

Thanks so much again guys may GOD continue to bless y'all

[@BarbaraClements]

Loved the video! I didn't know you could eat the leaves. I just shared your site and I will continue to share with others as you are awesome!

[@maryannmarano152]

YOU TWO ARE AMAZING! VERY INSPIRING AND FRIENDLY! I LOVE TO WATCH YOU BOTH AND HOPE YOU NEVER STOP SHARING!! 8)

[@giovannifarinacci4533]

I am so happy to find you guys, keep them coming please. Peace from Canada.

[@SlotterYT]

I always wanted to like the grape leaves, but unfortunately they are really strong. My grandmother used to make dolmas with cabbage instead, and everyone loved them. I miss those!!

[@michelifig6356]

Thanks for the vids. I thought eventually all the hard work of a homestead would kill the dream, but no, not yet 🌻

[@gretelhance]

Good for you

[@lauram.511]

Loved this video!!! Thank you Stacy for sharing that grape leaves are edible & nutritious. The arbor idea is so smart! I would like to do this project & have this nutritious 30 yr food source. I enjoyed seeing your chickens in the background, so cute!

[@maryannh3317]

My brother wants to get some concord grapes; this is such a good idea for a trellis! I never would’ve thought of this. Thanks! y’all

[@kalebbrown5916]

would love to see an update on the grapes and any tips/tricks you have for keeping them, pruning, etc... I tried growing a vine several years ago and had one productive season, then only leaves all the following seasons until I moved.

[@tatem485]

No I didn't know about the leaves. Thanks

[@cherylgabriel9551]

Discard asking for reply

[@kalebbrown5916]

Neither of your replies to my comment make sense

[@charlene5461]

@Kaleb Brown pruning is essential for any new growth. I learned this working for a landscape company. I got fussed at cause I pruned a bunch of roses and the next year, the person that went to prune called me and said he didn't know who pruned these roses last year but there was so many new sprouts and roses on them, he didn't know what to do with them...he was my husband and I couldn't help but to laugh!! Always prune anything you want to grow hardy, right before the healthy small growth...clip about 1/4 inch before the strong small leaf that will be your growth for next year. Getting rid of the ends of the limbs will feed your new leaves and fruits so much better because it's not sending the nutrients to old, unproductive stems and leaves. Hope this helps and is understandable!

[@charlene5461]

@@kalebbrown5916 Ask a local landscape co. to show you how to prune. It's much easier to see someone pruning, showing you what to look for and when the best time to prune different plants and trees. Best wishes for a healthy happy life and healthy, happy plants! Have a blessed week!

[@deniseallen-blake2557]

Love the arbor! It is so simple but extremely functional! Thanks for the idea ❣️❣️

[@schevanjones5936]

Hi. My dad grew grapes in our yard when I was a kid. They were the green type though. I like the recycled pot protection of the plants.

[@SimplerTimesHomestead]

This is so cool! We tried grapes a few years ago, but I didn’t design the support system high or strong enough. Seeing yours makes me want to try again! Thank you!

[@sylviastreet413]

Hey folks, What an incredibly informative fun tremendously enjoyable video you have given us! I am over 60 and I did not know that grape leaves are excellent source of omega fatty acids as well as other about magnesium minerals! thank you so much and may God Richly Bless you both

[@paulaarthur57]

I didn’t know all that information about grapes and their leaves. Thanks Stacy for sharing.

[@TallulahBelle3276]

Happening on your channel is pure serendipity. My husband just put up a fence around my garden because we have dogs that can’t seem to leave my plants alone. Lol I’m relatively new to gardening but I’m so excited. Perfect timing. ✨💯💝 Great channel, great content. Great people. 💝🌎💝

[@wals2378]

I can’t wait to see how the grapes are growing

[@yiskah3584]

Very much enjoy watching the both of you and all that you show us.

[@sheilamalcom707]

Thank yall that was a blessing that doug dug the holes for you to plant the grape plants for yall and for you both sharing this information especially about the concord grape leaves of which is interesting. Love yall that yall share the gardening tips of wisdom with us. God's Blessings

[@michelle813]

Love learning about plants and the benefits. You explain it so well. Your channel and videos are Amazing. Thank you! Im definitely going to try planting some grapes.

[@j3gsfarm]

Thanks for the grape trellis idea, y’all be blessed

[@clarisabetancourtmaryjane]

Prevailing winds , I learn so much from your videos , my dad has been gardening for as long as I can remember I showed him this video and he was so happy to know how to do this arch. Thank you.

[@edwardkamenar1493]

I really like Y'all's attitude and the way you do things. Wish we were neighbors.

[@fordmansvt]

That's really cool to know we're both 6'5. Your videos are so awesome! I'm learning so much and can't wait until I'm able to use some of the knowledge I've acquired from your video's! Thank you

[@aidiaa]

Oh my goodness Stacey I didn’t know you were Arminian. I’m so glad you mentioned the dolma so cool

[@thebibleintheschoolsnotthe2641]

We name them, few km further, in Romania: "sarmale"!😀💞

[@memawshippabillyhomestead2714]

Great info on the grapes, I had no idea the leaves held so many benefits.

[@gretelhance]

God knows

[@fuzzyje7480]

You two are absolutely marvelous! Just found this channel, more than happy to subscribe. Good luck to y'all!

[@cherylderstine3506]

The 1890s fixer upper house & property we bought as our mini homestead has ancient grapes & apples but it's winter with snow soooo we have no idea what kinds yet. Looking forward to Spring

[@jessicabybee3911]

Great advice, Stacy! You've talked me into growing some concord grapes this year!! I have 5 kids so from the sounds of it, we'll need like, eh, 14-16 plants. Lol. 🍇😋

[@holleymother9026]

Tried the ever bearing Razzmatazz grapes this year. A cross between green grapes and muscadine. Keeps bearing new fruit as it grows all summer and fall. So, not just one single harvest.

[@joycegeorge768]

Where did you get the vine from?

[@holleymother9026]

@@joycegeorge768 I believe that one came from Gurney's.

[@joycegeorge768]

@@holleymother9026 thank you

[@billprice2409]

My wife tells me every time you learn something new you create a new wrinkle in your brain. Thanks Doug and Stacy for all the wrinkles you are putting in our brains. 🍇👩🏼‍🌾👨🏼‍🌾

[@chrisnutter6933]

Haha😂

[@lr6844]

Hi Stacy, I have grown grapes in years past and you are right.... the whole grape plant is useful; besides the edible fruit and leaves, you get shade as it grows taller and you can use the vines to make garlands or wreaths for decoration! It requires a lot of water but not wet feet and watch for mildew during a wet season. I planted a Thompson seedless in May at our new property this year; I am looking forward to having to replace it in thirty years.....I am seventy-four going on seventy-five right now! You never know.... : )

[@elveracochrell73]

Thank you for the advice on eating the grape leaves. I started planting grapes last year for wine and bought more grapes to plant this year. I will definitely be eating the leaves as well.