The cows arrived after their five horses moved into their “forever barn,” leaving the front pasture open for new additions. Moreover, the family took up beekeeping, with Underwood hinting that donkeys might be next.Beyond animals, the land also features numerous apple and peach trees, along with smaller shrubs that yield blueberries and blackberries, making it a thriving source of fresh ingredients for her familyDuring an appearance on the YouTube channel, “Epic Gardening,” Underwood, who was raised on a cattle farm, expressed her appreciation for Tennessee’s warm climate, saying she loves it because she can “grow something from nothing.” At the time, the greenhouse was still awaiting some stonework on its exterior.As her dedication to self-sufficiency grew, the celebrity openly shared her aspirations for a more sustainable lifestyle. In September 2023, she appeared on “The Dr. Axe Show,” where she discussed her deepening commitment to gardening.”My goal is to not buy food from the store anymore,” the Grammy Award winner stated, emphasizing her commitment to homegrown produce. While she fully embraced this way of living, she admitted that her sons, Isaiah and Jacob Fisher, were still hesitant.The family primarily eats food sourced from their land, with meals featuring produce from her garden and meat from Fisher’s hunting. “We eat seasonally and it all tastes delicious because it’s food,” the mother of two explained.Underwood has also noticed a distinct difference between store-bought food and the produce grown on her land, even when compared to organic options from health food stores. She and her family remain committed to an organic lifestyle, using fish water as fertilizer to enrich their crops.Nothing goes to waste in their household. Leftovers are fed to their chickens, while anything unsuitable for them is composted and repurposed. “It’s all fun. It feels good to physically do all these things,” she expressed.As her gardening skills developed, so did her ambitions. Underwood added more beds to her greenhouse to make room for additional trees. When asked which crops she was most proud of, “The Champion” singer said, “I’ve always been great with tomatoes.” According to her, the fruit flourishes in their location, growing large and “beautiful.”Rather than sticking to traditional red tomatoes, Underwood experiments with unique varieties. In 2023 alone, she cultivated around 25 different types, with a total of 30 to 35 tomato plants.Beyond tomatoes, she has found success with squash, noting that it thrives on her property. “Squash grow incredible here [sic],” the songwriter divulged, adding that she enjoys growing beans as well. Seeing jars filled with black beans or black-eyed peas brings her a sense of accomplishment.That same year, she successfully grew more peppers than ever before and was pleased with the results. Her onions also thrived around the same time, adding to her growing list of homegrown produce.Always eager to learn more, Underwood regularly reads and listens to podcasts to discover new techniques, from planting different crops to selecting companion plants that help deter pests.A lot of it comes down to, like, having your eyes on it,” the celebrity noted, emphasizing the importance of staying attentive to her garden’s needs. Her vision for a self-sustaining home was just one part of a larger dream she and Fisher had been working toward for years.In 2016, she shared that they were in the process of designing their “forever home,” highlighting a few personal must-haves: “a wood-burning fireplace, a porch swing, and rocking chairs.”
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