Three Sisters Garden Update

In May I planted corn, beans, and squash seeds using the "three sisters garden" technique. My goal was to have a food producing garden that could maintain itself with just the summer rains. In this climate the summer temperatures can rise to over 100 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) so regular watering is essential for a garden to survive. It is difficult to start a garden much earlier in the season because freezing nights can last until
April and there is little to no rain between March and June. In this video I show what the garden looks like upon my return to the hut after being away for one month. This series will be ongoing so be sure to stay tuned for the next video.
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My equipment:
Camera: Nikon D7500 and GoPro Hero7 Black
Sound: Zoom H6
Editing: Final Cut Pro X on MacBook Air
Location: Parts Unknown
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):
Who films you?
Me. I travel alone, shoot, edit, upload, everything, all alone. On a few occasions I may be accompanied by a friend, but that has been very rare.
Do you stay out there permanently?
No, I usually stay out in a wilderness area for about a week and then hike out and return to a city for editing and uploading. I have family and other obligations to take care of as well.
How many cameras do you use?
Usually I use just one camera. When I have underwater scenes then I also use a GoPro camera. I get different angles by moving the camera around and repeating the action to create a more cinematic viewing experience for the audience.
Where is this place?
In order to protect the integrity of the natural landscape I prefer to be very vague about the locations I use. There are places that I used to visit that were so beautiful and untouched but the consequences of social media brought all kinds of people to visit and sadly some people do not respect nature and have badly damaged these places. Therefore I do not share locations.
Where did you get your sandals?
I first started wearing sandals on outdoor adventures in February 2014. I’m so glad that I did because wearing these Luna Sandals has really helped strengthen my feet. You can see their selection of adventure and running sandals at this link: www.lunasandals.com/?rfsn=102...
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Do you workout?
Yes, I workout, but not in a gym. I have some weights that I use and also do a lot of bodyweight exercises. I also run and sometimes swim. I hike frequently to collect wild foods and to shoot these videos so I'm very active all the time.
Are you vegan or vegetarian?
I wish I could maintain my health on a primal diet that does not include animals but unfortunately that did not work well and I ended up with health problems as a result of those attempts. From my studies, observations of nature, and personal experience I have come to believe that the best diet for optimal human health is a primal diet (paleo) that includes animal-sources.
Do you get lonely when you’re alone?
No, I don’t get lonely. I’m actually so busy shooting video, taking photos and doing so many other things like making cordage, cooking, weaving, etc. that I really don’t have time to think about my lonely condition. Sometimes when something profound happens on an adventure I can’t wait to share it with people, but other than that I do not get lonely.
How many languages do you speak?
My first language is English but I also speak fluent Spanish and Portuguese. I also speak very little Russian. I may soon begin learning more languages.
How old are you?
I was born in 1972. At the time of this video I was 49.
Where did you get the music in your videos?
This series is the first one that I am making all the music myself. I recently made a drum and maracas (rumba shaker). I am now using them to create the intro and ending music in my videos, but before in the past I have used royalty free music from several sources including KZbin. Sometimes I bought the music but usually it was free.

[@weirdmiester4063]

The life you are living is so simple and relaxing, no extra bs. You are making me want to leave society in the dust 😂

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Society sucks!

[@johanrynjah8241]

Hi, Chad. I have been watching your videos for the past 6 months when ever I have free time and when I'm not tired after returning from work, liked all the videos I've watched, they have a calming effect on the mind, no background music but the ambient and natural sound of the surrounding nature as well as those while you work. I've learned a lot of interesting facts from your videos. Your sacrifices, your time and your dedication towards primitive art is unparalleled compared to other KZbinrs, You put real-time application of many known and unknown primitive ideas and techniques, you also shares you successes and always remain truthful by also sharing your failures with us, this is why this channel is a gem to most of us who don't have the time to enjoy the outdoors and I've made it a routine to watch your videos every evening after returning from work both the old and new videos. Your channel deserves a lot more subscribers and I'm one of them today. PS: Obsidian are razor blades gifted to us by mother-nature. (At 30 angstroms - a unit of measurement equal to one hundred millionth of a centimeter, It can compete with the sharpest materials nanotechnology can produce.) Greetings from India

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Hello again! Thanks again for your wonderful comment. I really do appreciate it. Failure is a big part of life. A BIG part. And certainly a big part of my life. But it is through those failures that we find our way. I think it's just as important to know how NOT to do something as it is to know HOW to do something. It's amazing when we consider the sharpness of obsidian. Nature gave us an amazing tool there.

[@BillyLeeGoodman]

This time on The Best Of Nature: Chad and his garden, Two beautiful miracles of nature!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

This garden really is a miracle! I can't believe it's still alive.

[@BillyLeeGoodman]

@@ChadZuberAdventures you did a really amazing job! I'm glad that it made it through all the hot weather and I'm glad you've made it through as well!

[@user-xj3sz5bl8d]

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[@troobix_s]

The water from the sky season is a blessing :>

[@LauraDiamondWise]

My son wants to do what you do. As a mother, it makes me nervous, but I’m still behind him. I would love to see him accomplish his dreams.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Guess what. 500 years ago what I am doing is what every one was doing. it's not strange or unusual. On the contrary, modern ways are strange and unusual.

[@ThatDodoYouSaw]

I would also love to do what chad does, but I am unable to as of my young age, so instead I am just making a game highly inspired by his amazing channel. : D

[@LauraDiamondWise]

@@ChadZuberAdventures ~ Thank you for your reply. Yes, you are right. We are softer than our ancestors, and would do well to return to those simple basics. My concerns are just that of a mother. I certainly wouldn’t stand in my sons way, in fact, I encourage him 🙏🏼🙂

[@LauraDiamondWise]

@@ThatDodoYouSaw ~ Just subscribed to your channel.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

You are a great mother and he will do well.

[@0Exile]

You have all my respect, dude, I swear if you let me live with you in the wilderness, I wouldn't hesitate

[@miau3523]

Hi, Chad. I don't know if you're gonna see this comment but I just wanted to thank you for all your hard work. I'm a person who suffers from insomnia, so it's very difficult for me to fall asleep, but whenever I watch your videos I feel so relaxed that in the end I finally fall asleep. I love your channel and I think you are one of the best creators on this platform. Thank you so much for your work and I hope you can keep creating this awesome content on the future, I'm sure that I'm not the only person you helped ❤️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much for telling me this. You really inspire me to keep going. Yes, many others have told me the same thing. I know what insomnia is like. When I’m in the city I sometimes have insomnia. It’s terrible, especially when it lasts several days. Sleeping outdoors always cures it. Blessings to you always.

[@TheYellowPixel]

Wow time really flies! Squash plants are looking very green compared to the rest of the landscape, great job

[@Afnur-pd8ns]

So good so far

[@stevengarner476]

Nice to meet you today Chad, and thank you for all you do! Made my day and already told my buddies who are also big fans! -Logan

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It was really nice to meet you too Logan! I hope to see you again.

[@user-hy9eu2zp5z]

Congratulations on your achievement. Growing a pumpkin in such aggressive conditions is not easy. Plants need water, it is necessary to solve this problem by mulching, the mulch layer should be large and not touch the stem of the plants, the thickness should not be less than the height of the palm. The shading idea is great! I saw a tube of hummock in the video, with its help you can come up with root watering by drilling holes and burying a stick. Make a funnel out of clay and pour water. I wish you new achievements!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you, but what is hummock??

[@user-hy9eu2zp5z]

@@ChadZuberAdventures wrote with a mistake, I meant cane pipe 1:10

[@tinadriskell4469]

What about an underground cistern (big pot of water)? You could use a wicking system to keep the plants watered while you were gone. You put a thin rope in the water and put the other end at the roots. You'd have to play with the rope and see how long it would last. But worth trying maybe? One pot per plant?

[@user-hy9eu2zp5z]

@@tinadriskell4469 good idea, you can play with drip irrigation

[@beemyt3291]

I will always wait for your amazing video uncle chad, may you always be given health 😇

[@almedamarujepaloysali2143]

Hi chad. I'm from Philippines. I just want to share that you can actually eat the tip part of the steam of the squash plant. dont worry about the fine thorns it will just dissolve when you cook them. Just make sure to include just the soft part of the steam and the young leaves. You can make a stew or soup just cook in boiling water with a little bit of salt and add anything you want. Like your dried meat. Thanks for this relaxing episode amd looking forward for the next one.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I wouldn’t sacrifice the squash that way when there are other edible plants in the area. I want to allow the squash the best chance to produce fruit.

[@almedamarujepaloysali2143]

I totally understand your worries chad but in my experience when you cut the tips of the branches it won't die, it will just grow more steams. New shoots. Anyways good luck and happy planting.

[@vincentpetit2109]

The desert is absolutely splendid after a summer rain! It's good that something survived considering the conditions. I'm sure you will do better next year. It takes many years to begin to learn to grow plants in a specific environment, especially such a dry one.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

You're absolutely right. It's a learning experience. Every place is different.

[@jacksonreasoner1408]

It is so strange to finally see green in that area again! It’s beautiful

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It's amazing how the landscape transforms throughout the year.

[@retourenavant]

I'm such a big fan of your show 🥰...Wishing you all the best and the success you deserve 👩‍🌾🤗 Please continue to share your culture with us, loves from france 🇲🇫♥️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you! Will do!

[@rubyelizabethsmiles4773]

RIP corn 😭❤️ you will be missed. What are your future plans for cooking? Will you build another area for a bigger kitchen? Thanks Chad , you’re my favorite channel ❤️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, actually I plan to build a dedicated primitive kitchen.

[@sandacathan9787]

I am in total awe of this remarkable guy. Thank you for sharing your experience.

[@noway934]

Wow Very atmospheric. Glad to see your 3 sisters garden is coming on a treat

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It's been a bumpy ride for this garden.

[@stefan.5987]

Glad to see your garden has at least one survived species. Hopefully it really grows something before the cold season starts. 😉✌️

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Me too

[@dwaynewladyka577]

This was pretty awesome. Good to see the squash has survived. Gardening is fun, but it's also a good learning experience. Cheers, Chad!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Oh yes! I’m learning a lot!

[@alexjoca244]

Glad your getting some growth in the garden! You mentioned your lack of straight wood, have you looked into trench steaming and bending it? You would need to do it near the creek for water. Soak the wood, dig a trench, start a fire in it, bury the soaked wood in the hot trench and pour water over it. The wood will have softened in a couple of hours and should allow fairly extreme bending.

[@violettheorgangrinder]

You're *

[@bloodyhell574]

It's wonderful to see your squash coming along so well!

[@primitive1683]

like an old classic movie. very interesting. i like this

[@johnathonneal603]

In regards to the corn there are several factors that could have caused it to die off. 1. For the germination stage a sandy soil that heats up quickly is perfect but should be transplanted to a more dense clay filled soil after for better water retention. 2. Not enough water. Corn requires a very significant amount of water to grow. A rule I follow when growing my own corn is at least an inch of water 1-2 weeks before the silks start to form. You may look into creating a primitive aquaponics setup with the local fish life. Fish poo water would provide an ample supply of nutrients for the soil. And probably increase your chance for produce to grow.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It's hard to say exactly why they died but I believe that it was the result of them drying out. The new garden was shaded but the first one wasn't.

[@floridianwolf1029]

​@@ChadZuberAdventuresI know I'm commenting on something from a year ago, but a primitive aquaponic system would be a blessing from God if it's possible and you think one is feasible.

[@christopherconaway3549]

chad. next year i would suggest growing sorghum. it is a grain very similar to corn that can withstant even worse drought conditions thsn corn. it is also easier to get it to yield grain because a single stalk can fertilize itself, unlike corn. i have had much better luck with sorghum than growing corn. i hope this helps

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Interesting. I don't know anything about sorghum. Thanks for bringing that up.

[@christopherconaway3549]

@@ChadZuberAdventures of course! you can also get a sweet sap out of the stalks with the right varieties. sorghum will definitely help you produce more grains for your diet

[@GiauNguyen-ib3is]

Lúa miến là lúa nước hả bạn

[@lrdnalrd7956]

Water from the sky is called rain. 😛 Another beautiful video👍👍

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks for clearing up the confusion. :-)

[@lrdnalrd7956]

@@ChadZuberAdventures 😄 impressive dedication there. impressive dedication for the viewers...👍👍👍

[@annecarolyn6427]

Nice advanture as like my culture indigenous people. Is very difficult life . Congratulations Sir.

[@jhopeswanson2867]

Lovely video as always, Chad. Just getting caught up on my viewing after spending most of my time working in my garden lately. One thing I didn’t see mentioned in previous comments-“full sun” is actually a range of 6-10 hrs, depending on where you are trying to grow. In your climate, I would recommend that you find (&/or adapt) a site that gets almost exclusively early morning light, followed by at least moderately dense shade by the time the sun is at zenith, then protected almost completely during the peak heat period of your days. This combined with some of the mulching tips, etc may help improve your chances. Corn may not be viable, though, as it requires a lot of consistent watering to get through 100+ temps. It has a very shallow root system & dries out very quickly, especially when it’s at all breezy. It’s so labor intensive in your circumstances that I’m not sure it’s possible. As someone else mentioned, you may want to research alternative grains that would be better suited, or even native to your locale. I saw someone else mentioned Geoff Lawton’s videos on “Greening the Desert Project “. This caught my eye because I watched the same series not too long ago. My memory isn’t as good as it once was, but I believe Geoff mentioned that mesquite belongs to a nitrogen fixing class of ‘pioneer’ trees that help protect other plants & allow them to survive in harsh conditions. You may want to verify this, but if I’m remembering correctly, this may be useful information for your location. Geoff Lawton does have a lot of good information & knowledge to pass on, so I would recommend watching the series. I’ve been gardening most of my life, & I still learned some new things from him. I love learning new things, which is a good part of why I subscribed to your channel back when I first came across it. 😊 Wishing you good health & good luck on your gardening efforts!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks for the tips. I believe you are correct. The corn probably has a shallower root system and thus dried out quicker. The squash was able to withstand more hot dry days and therefore it survived. Many people have recommended Geoff's works and I will research all of that more before I attempt another garden. In early summer there are up to 14 hours of sun exposure. I planted in a place where the plants get some afternoon shade from the dead juniper tree however it was not enough. That's why I made the shade covering. I'm learning and next year I will be better prepared.

[@eugeniamitea4188]

Felicitări Foarte frumoase seriale .Va rugam traduceți și în limba Româna. Va mulțumesc.

[@Polkillo]

Вы молодец.Все у вас получиться,только не сразу.Все люди ошибаются.не останавливайтесь и продолжайте делать.можно я вам дам пару советов: 1 после уборки урожая удобрите землю остатками травы и навоза животных.если не найдете навоз животных используйте свой это улучшит урожай.за зиму все сгниет. 2 перемешайте землю после внесения органики.3 если получится выкопайте колодец.вода это очень важно.это тяжело и займет не один день но результат того стоит.

[@kingelite8990]

Yessir another video 😎 About to watch it now. Thank you Chad 🙌🏾💯

[@savvyxbanana4105]

Love the video! Can't wait to see your squash grow! I'm getting into gardening too but I'm still pretty lousy with my modern tools. So seeing you grow with primitive tools I'm jealous with the greatest respect

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

It's all a learning experience. Get out there and do it. Don't expect to be an expert the first try.

[@molliejonte2732]

Here in Texas corn is planted in the Spring, right after the last frost date. It tends to come up at around the same time sunflowers start growing naturally, which is in pretty early Spring. Most of the squash I grow likes the soil a little warmer , though I have tried the three sisters method and have had some luck with it, only the beans did not do as well as I had hoped. We all learn every year from our gardens.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah, I will need a lot of water to keep a garden alive through the spring months here because it does not rain and the humidity is extremely low from March to June. In June the humidity rises and the summer rains begin. June would be the ideal time to sow seeds but I don't know if five months is long enough for the plants to produce.

[@molliejonte2732]

@@ChadZuberAdventures I think June, especially early June would be a great time. That will have plenty of time to produce. Excited to see how well the squash is doing. Also, I think the shade cover is a great idea. Maybe have sections of the shade to cover the whole garden. Another idea, position the garden where it gets afternoon shade, or build something that will block the afternoon sun. Planting in early June will cure some of the problems, it seems when the plants get more mature that better withstand the sun. Plant some peppers, those should do great there!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, the big dead juniper tree already provides some afternoon shade.

[@user-qu4pg5tm4b]

Amazing video as always. Helps me calm down after work and fall asleep. Good job Chad!

[@lucosta5492]

Olá Chad!❤😊🖐🖐🖐 Obrigada por mais um video maravilhoso. Parabéns pelo seu progresso está evoluindo cada dia mais. Amo seus videos❤ Desejo a você muita saúde e prosperidade Que Deus te abençoe sempre!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Muito obrigado! Abençoes para você.

[@Bananaofpeaches]

Como siempre muy buen video Chad ! , Saludos desde Jalisco ,México

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Saludos!!!

[@SpookiBunny]

here's to hoping the squash produces some fruit before october! they're definitely great to plant as a survival food, i have one last squash from a febuary harvest that is still in perfect condition, just keep it in a dry place and it will last for months (as long as no rodents steal it from you... lol)

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I would have to hang the fruit in a basket under the roof.

[@thebassmaster76]

Fantastic job on the garden! ☺️

[@ronnieowen8387]

Plants are looking wonderfull

[@yaksauce]

Nice work and may it continue to grow! Thank you for living the right life, in the right way, and showing us the hard work required to thrive in such a harsh landscape. If I could contribute anything to your success in the garden, it is to amend the soil by mixing white ash from your hearth with urine (in 1:1 ratio). This mixture was found by Finnish scientists to provide nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium and magnesium to the vegetation and performed better than store bought fertilizer.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Very interesting. I never heard of that before. I regularly urinate on the soil of the garden but mixing it with ash sounds like a good idea.

[@yaksauce]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Righteous! Would love to see you cultivating pineapples papaya, and oranges in that environ. Also, not sure how convenient the coast line is, but ‘fog nets’ that capture fresh water from the daily fog that rolls in from the ocean could change everything! Fog nets are comprised of Multiple layers of bug screen/mesh and a trough to capture the drops of water. Simple to make, provides limitless fresh water (though low yield vs reliable source), and that needs no treatment to consume. Fog nets rescued Chilean farmers from blight and starvation during decades long drought. The innovation should be exhibited and celebrated by survivalists, imho- ✌🏼🙏🏼🌞

[@leonisantos5776]

Chad the garden is beautiful green. Checkered pumpkin leaves are fun. the corn stalks dried up. You see I had to be there to help take care of your garden 🌹 kisses dear golden indian.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Well, next year you can be my farm hand. :-)

[@madmo_1148]

Can’t wait to see the yield!

[@luciahelenaribeirodatrinda2817]

Parabéns que casinha linda 👏👏

[@stephief344]

Maybe you could build a trellis for your squash? To shade the roots and provide support. Kinda of like the corn. Hopefully nature will be kind.

[@rajnaturals]

Happy Gardening Chad!

[@olgagalvez6241]

Espectacular la entrada del video con truenos y el sonido de la lluvia Que más se puede pedir cobijado en la choza con un buen fuego Hermosas las hojas de las calabazas Felicitaciones

[@BarakxProject]

The squash grew very nicely!!

[@darriendastar3941]

I loved this. Five thousand years ago and gardeners were having the same damn problems when it comes to growing your own food aeons later. The only thing that could have made this better is if you'd included the swearing that happens when you're faced with trying to protect a crop. Anyway, loved this man. Many thanks for all your hard work. 🙂

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Hahaha, but I didn't swear. I was actually quite happy to see so much growth with the squash.

[@kanchandubeyvlog]

Good evening 🌆 amazing sharing ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nvtuanh9905]

wow 🤩 i have thinked it can’t grow up on that biome but now i know i incorrext :D

[@junglelifeinside6049]

I like the way you do in your show. It's a simple life!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks!

[@RATOCOMBATENTE]

You can use a slope on the ground to lay the tiles on instead of the brick poles

[@kakakfelda9451]

It's great to see very interesting content with amazing views, lush vegetables

[@galigogb4683]

Love your'e videos so much!

[@LifeIsMessyImLearningAsIGrow]

I just want to thank you for sharing your garden with all of us . I just love to watch your garden grow. Gardeners are my favorite people and There is always so many new things to learn from each other. I garden and make gardening videos too if you'd ever want to visit my garden I’d love to have you!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you very much!

[@lucianbarbosa9110]

Gosto, muito deste tipo de vídeo estou amando assistir .

[@milja903]

Wonderful to see an update on how your garden is doing! Your squash/pumpkins look so lovely and healthy! 🪴 Don’t worry about bean and maize too much. In gardens, many things fail before you find the ones that work, and a month is a long time for plants to survive on their own. Now you know, for the next time! You can reduce evaporation a little by putting mulch at the base of the plant, a layer of 7-10 cm at it’s roots. This also suppresses weeds. When the squash flower, if you have pollinators, they will do the job. If not, you can pollinate flowers with your fingertips, by moving them from male flower to female, transferring pollen. You will recognize the sex of the flower by looking at it’s base; females will have beginnings of squash fruit at their base. Male flowers usually appear first and there are a lot more of them than needed. You can collect the excess male flowers and make them into a salad, or eat them as a snack as you go. Happy gardening! 🌱

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you so much for the educational tips. I can already see male flowers forming. I had no idea that they came first. I did put some bark mulch over the soil. I need to add more. Next year I will definitely plant a lot more squash, maybe even around the hut. That would look cool!

[@affordabledesertliving3487]

Great work Chad. Surprised the 4-legged creatures didnt entirely decimate the squash plants. Since it looks like Arizona Javelina can do a real number on stuff like that for sure.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

They sure could but they apparently did not pass through here.

[@MAASAIWITHPASSPORT]

Woow very nice

[@comesee6076]

Chad zuber is a very good grower👍

[@sollymadeit]

I'd suggest you use hugleculture Bury some logs around 5 feet deep then branches then leaves and grass then cover with 3 feet of soil. I suspect there wasn't enough nutrients to grow the corn properly. Also plant a lot of corn in a small area.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

There were plenty of nutrients. When I planted this garden the soil was very hard and there was no way I could dig 5 feet deep!

[@Groglor]

I had many squash seeds in my compost heap and like 20 of them have come up in my garden. So ive let them and they are strong and healthy. the large leaves provide some shade for some of my other plants.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes, the leaves also help preserve moisture in the ground.

[@braian6749]

Chad,Tus plantas ya están muy grandes, eso me alegra mucho.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Por lo menos la calabaza

[@braian6749]

@@ChadZuberAdventuresestoy triste por lo que paso al maíz.

[@Damalas75]

Still really enjoying it! I would enjoy hearing a commentary though once is a while even if it just you hopes on what you would like to hopefully find, achieve in the week, and how your progressions been making out on making some of the day to day challenges a little easier with each advancement you make in the crafts. ^.^ I really do enjoy seeing you crafting and doing things that help make a primitive life a little easier by progression. Hope the fishing going better, need that protean. Corn can be very susceptible to bacteria, insects and shade, and soil factors, might have been better to have grown it indoors in a controlled environment in direct sunlight.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I haven’t done commentaries lately because they take a long time to edit and not many people watch them. I’ll change the way I do it so that I will have more time to do so.

[@Damalas75]

@@ChadZuberAdventures I personally found OBS software (Free) great for it, just to set it as a scene and then voice over the scene and add the clips or videos to the final cuts.

[@Damalas75]

Mine you OBS can seem intimidating. you can always watch a few YT videos on how to use it as the community for it has some great quick guides that will have you handling it with ease in a few weeks to a month on how fast you pick it up.

[@DanielSmith-qw1di]

Shame about the corn. The squash, I have a good feeling about though. Gotta get something to drink…. You made me thirsty drinking that rain water. Keep it real Chad!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thanks Daniel! I have hope that they will produce delicious squash.

[@mylife6453]

Corn needs lots of water. Natives used irrigation in the southwest. Awesome garden. BTW the shading was a good idea.

[@zonastraight]

Beautiful 🌈🌈

[@cidiasilva3015]

Boa tarde chad, tudo em seus vídeos traz paz para as nossas mentes cheia de preocupação obrigada meu querido Deus abençoe vc sempre bjs😘

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Que bom. Obrigado Cidia. Espero que tudo esteja bem com você.

[@nitaainun8452]

So good 👍🥰🥰

[@gracecastilloarroyo2340]

Esta bonita la mata de calabaza en Costa Rica le decimos ayote Amigo la enrrada también le ayudará parar seguir creciendo les gusta tener donde agarrarse yo tengo dos y le puse ramas para que se extienda Bueno excelente video felicitaciones Pura Vida 🇨🇷🌎🌴

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Gracias Grace! Sí, son enredaderas. Pura Vida!

[@XHBuidingNewLife]

Very nice 👍👏👏👏

[@Daniel_Plastiak_Crazy_Adventur]

Good idea 😀🖖👍

[@samuelhuber3765]

if the plants are watered dayly and suddenly get no water they die very quick. consider trying to do more seedlings and harden them by irregular watering. train them to get a crop that will survive your environment. then try to shade them from the midday sun directly above while letting the morning and evening sun, that does not heat the earth get past to the plant. however you can be proud of yourself greening a spot in the desert any plant that you can get to grow is a huge acievement. god bless you.

[@davidescobarmartinez509]

Que buen huerto tienes ahí chad!!!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Gracias David!

[@helpmereach10ksubsbeforede53]

Everyone who's reading this, I pray that whatever is hurting or whatever you are constantly stressing about gets better. May the dark thoughts, the overthinking, the doubt exit your mind right now. May replace confusion. May peace and calmness fill your life ❤❤❤❤

[@helpmereach10ksubsbeforede53]

Can I get some followers please? 😊🙏

[@foxmulder7616]

Lol pray that your gardens turn out better than Chad's or you will starve to death. If you don't start growing your own food, soon you will not have any. Because not enough food has been grown, the past few years because of the FAKE ILLNESS, to feed even probably half the world.

[@youraveragebinchicken6807]

Thanks man.

[@jesslindsey8914]

You have no idea much it pleases me to read this, thank you!!!

[@gamerdogthedog]

If a bot, begging for likes, otherwise thanks

[@May_May08]

FC from thailand🇹🇭

[@lauralombardi9001]

Si molto bravo...

[@silverroses248]

Hi Chad, Im new to your channel but I already subscribed. Can't believe all you have achieved with primitive technology. I admire you ao much! One tip about the corn; the Hopi have methods of farming corn in dry conditions and that info is available on KZbin--I saw a video a while back about that very topic, how they plant the seeds during years that are predicted to have low rainfall. check it out if you can, it might give you more insight for next year. Fabulous work you do!

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Ok, thank you for the tips!

[@JackSparrows176]

You probably know that I'm still following your channel lately, so you've been doing a lot of new stuff for a long time. Destroy the outdoors, I will follow you forever, I will look at yours from the old to the new.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Ok, but why did you write "Destroy the outdoors"?

[@mariapernia2857]

Hola amigó está bonito tu conuco de calabaza, o sea auyama.👍🙏🤗

[@zinckensteel]

It should be possible to graft onto a wild-growing buffalo gourd or coyote gourd, which may allow your plant to grow without any additional irrigation. While not as common as rootstock-grafted trees, the resilience of a wild perennial tuberous cucurbits makes them an attractive option for harsh growing conditions, iirc.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

That's a very interesting idea. I've never seen any wild species of cucurbits growing here but I know where to find coyote gourds in other places.

[@maggpie5552]

Hi :-) Beautiful squash plants. Wonderful shade/fence idea....who needs straight sticks, lol! For more shade, take a few of those huge leaves off, stick em stem down, the tops, even when dry will provide good shade. Only need it on half so they can get the morning sun. I'm also thinking the corn started earlier and down by the creek might have a better chance. Great idea for the shade fence, but, also when they start fruiting you may need a border to keep rodents and rabbits out. Perhaps container garden for the beans and something for them to climb up? You make great pottery, maybe one big enough for just the root system of the bean? I am not a gardener tho, lol. Best of luck, luv the videos, keep em coming. How are the floor tiles coming along? And did you make your door bigger for the bigger entryway? Will you have window coverings for winter? Luv your channel, keep up the good work, appreciate the editing you do also. :-)

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Straight sticks certainly aren't necessary for this little project. I don't want to take any leaves from these plants. They have been through so much already. I can't believe they are actually alive. I will probably experiment with planting several gardens next year. I know of a place near the stream where there is a spring. Fortunately I have not seen any damage caused by pests. The pests have been very respectful of my garden. I haven't been making floor tiles lately because I have other priorities but I will resume. I'm using the same old door for now. In the fall I will need to make a bigger one. The windows will be stuffed with juniper bark during the winter.

[@sutlucorek2434]

Hello, I was waiting for your video. Thank you so much. Actually, I think it is not right to try the 3 sister technique. Instead, you should choose perennial plants. For example trees or bushes. Even if it takes a long time to cultivate, they will give you many products in the long run. For example, I recommend planting drought-resistant Shrubs such as sage, thyme and rosemary. Also, which region do you live in, I can look at the climate and give you advice. (For privacy you don't have to say exact region country and big city enough). It's also a great advantage for you to grow that desert tree bean as well. Study all the plants and shrubs out there and learn which ones are edible and grow them. Sow your desert plants abundantly and often and shade each other, and also mulch plentifully. It can help groundwater with the longest roots evaporate to the surface more quickly. Create a food forest, but I suggest drought-tolerant shrubs and trees.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

There’s no need to plant more native shrubs and trees because they are already here. Corn abs squash can produce a lot of good food, that’s why I wanted to grow them. Natives grew them so I know it can be done.

[@sutlucorek2434]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Oh I understand you, I respect you, but the locals were not just one person and divided the work. But you alone take the whole Mission it is really tiring for you. I mean (yes, there are bushes at the moment, but they should grow more and provide maximum shade to the land you are in , Must avoid winds that remove moisture, and increase the capillarity of groundwater by sending long roots under the ground, only trees and bushes provide this) you need to establish an ecosystem that protects and nurtures the area you are making, just like you don't have to protect the plants. I hope I was able to express myself. However, I congratulate you on your success and perseverance.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

@@sutlucorek2434 Okay, I understand what you are saying. All of this will take time to establish. I'm going to continue working here and making it better. Fortunately the winds are less strong at this location. Maybe a rock wall around the garden can help protect it from winds? The wild bushes like scrub oak, do not grow large. In this environment the only large trees are pinyon pines and junipers. Neither is good to grow other plants underneath. The soil seems to be very fertile when it is kept moist. The main challenge for me seems to be keeping moisture in the earth during dry periods. My focus will be on moisture retention. I have several ideas, many of which came from you guys, but I need time to execute the ideas. I still have many other projects to work on too, so please be patient with me. Like you said, I'm working alone.

[@sutlucorek2434]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Thanks for your explanation. It's great that the winds aren't strong. A stone wall is a nice idea, but if the scorching sun heats them up too much, it will raise the surrounding temperature too much, so be careful. Ah, I understand, unfortunately, such trees grow very slowly. If you have a chance to get it, I recommend you to buy atriplex canescens species, I know that the leaves can be eaten, do a lot of research. If it's about keeping moisture, I'm sorry I don't have much of an opinion, but if you learn anything, I can tell you. I hope you reach your goal.

[@TimmyVision]

I've been trying to make willow baskets for ages and I just can't! It snaps and doesn't bend well even when it's fresh! There isn't really any good tutorials online that aren't 'perfect' and insane to make, it would be cool if you could make a tutorial on a beginner basket or survival basket

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Okay, I can do that some time. There are many different species of willow. Some are good for basketry, some are not. The species that exists here is pretty good. Also, thinner stems are easier to work with. I usually split the stems in half. Green fresh stems are easier to work with.

[@spacecase0]

I'm wondering what variety of corn you planted. I have one called Mojave flour corn. It's a white corn. It is the most durable corn I've ever seen for harsh hot climates. Mine is the first generation of corn to North America. Most people are growing the third generation of corn that showed up. It's not nearly as durable. The third generation corn is much more productive, so that's why almost everyone grows it. One drought resistant trait to look for is plants that tassel and silk on the same day.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I'm no expert with corn. In fact, I've never even attempted to grow corn before. This is a multi-colored corn. The seeds I planted were red. It was called Indian corn. Where can I get Mojave flour corn?

[@spacecase0]

@@ChadZuberAdventures I got mine from a company called native seeds out of Arizona. But if you go search on the internet apparently I'm the best source for it... Do you have a PO Box for donations? anyway, flower corn is pretty durable and Flint corn is also fairly durable. Sweet corn isn't very durable and double sweet or triple sweet corn is super fragile

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yes! I would love to try planting it next year. My address is: Chad Zuber 2588 El Camino Real F-240 Carlsbad, CA 92008

[@codergang5110]

Rain is a truly a gift of god.

[@milacatalina6487]

Chad Plant the corn seeds about 1 inch deep and 3 to 4 inches apart in the row. Space the rows 2½ to 3 feet apart. After the plants are up, thin them to 1 foot apart. If you plant them closer, your corn will have small, poorly-filled ears

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Ok, thanks for the tips

[@xipishi]

look, magic.

[@JABO95SA]

The squash talking to the weather like "Can't stop, won't stop! Bitch!"

[@saudahmusisihoney1406]

Just know am your new subscriber❤️🤞

[@narudon.123]

Hello, I'm from Thailand. follow your channel good fun knowledge I would like to see a larger clay house in the future. send encouragement

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Thank you Che!

[@rajant.g.5071]

Great vlogs interest garden active super Bro 🤠

[@theidahotraveler]

Didn't we talk about this a little brother? So glad you did the three sisters

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Yeah. Next year I will do it better.

[@GiauNguyen-ib3is]

Thích cuộc sống với thiên nhiên

[@fgiveme]

Have you tried planting bamboo? It's the fastest renewable resource for bushcraft and very versatile too.

[@mimahakurei4430]

It's also not native to that area and will either die OR become highly invasive and outcompete other native plants, disrupting the entire ecosystem. Planting bamboo (or any fast-growing plant) in areas where it's not native is a terrible idea. Signed, someone from the Southeastern U.S., the place that is being taken over by kudzu.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

No, most of the year it is too dry and cold for bamboo.

[@cjvilleneuve1566]

Your squash survived because they make a deeper root system ,but the corn is only growing roots on top,not really deep,,,anyway thats my guess. awesome stuff i really love your primitive homestead.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

You're probably right about that.

[@stevenolan7972]

You need to make some big water storage jars and use them water your garden using the wicking method to water.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

I know. It's going to take time to make those. I have many other things to do too.

[@Pixie_de_Fae]

Chad I suggest try the corn now the squash is shading the ground. They keep the sun from robbing the moisture. Mulch is definitely the answer here 6 inches deep. 2 parts dead dry stuff, 1 part green like grass mixed together roughly. Keep it off the stems but the corn being new will treat the mulch as soil and be fine. Just thin the mulch above each corn kernel to say 2 cm. After the corn is shading a the squash a bit plant the beans. Also more pebbles as mulch. The boarder also needs to be taller wind side. The boarder rocks limit the wind stealing moisture, the rock mulch stops the sun. Make the rocks bigger to match the heat in your area. Look under big rocks to see the moisture near your camp. Half buried 12 inch is rocks I'm guessing. Think loosly fitted stepping stones with 6 inches gap around each mulch stone. This stone mulching reduces how much organic mulch you need.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Excellent tips. Thank you. Maybe I will plant the corn again. I should have done it already. I figured that since I have only two months left of the growing season that it wouldn't produce fruit in that time but why not try, right?

[@Pixie_de_Fae]

@@ChadZuberAdventures Exactly, if the corn dies from frost I'd call that a win. Takes time to learn any area but once you get a win like the species of squash you have you can use the same principle of green cover on other plants.

[@ChadZuberAdventures]

Exactly!