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2026-08-20 Angorakaniner

🐰 Angora Rabbits with Us – Wool, Care and Cuddles

We have angora rabbits for wool and companionship. Read about angora wool, coat care and life with angora rabbits – and our plans for rabbits for sale spring 2027.

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2026-08-20 Guide

🐔 Miniature New Hampshire – a small hen with good egg-laying

Miniature New Hampshire is a calm and robust bantam hen with good egg-laying, moderate feed requirements and a beautiful reddish-brown plumage. Get to know the breed.

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2026-08-20 Guide

🥚 How many hatching eggs should you order?

How many hatching eggs should you start with if you want a specific number of hens? We show a simple example and explain what affects the hatching results.

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2026-08-18

1-2-3, Now They've Hatched 🐣 – Quail Chick Guide

Your quail chicks have hatched – what do you do now? Here's a simple guide to warmth, feed, water, bedding, and care during those first crucial days.

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2026-08-15

Keeping Chickens, Quail and Ducks in Winter – Cold Weather Care Guide

How do chickens, quail and ducks cope with winter? Learn how to prepare their housing, water, bedding and feeding for cold and freezing weather.

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2026-08-15

Vinter med høner, vaktler og ender – slik gjør du dyreholdet klart for kulda

Hvor mye kulde tåler høner, vaktler og ender? Vi ser på hvordan du forbereder hus, vann, fôr og strø, og hva du bør følge ekstra godt med på gjennom vinteren.

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2026-08-10

Den Lille Hagen has become a member of Agder Rasefjørfeklubb 🐔

We have become members of Agder Rasefjørfeklubb! A natural next step in our commitment to Jærhens, pedigree poultry and the preservation of old Norwegian livestock breeds.

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2026-08-02

We've switched to purebred Jærhøns – a choice for quality and Norwegian tradition

We have now replaced our entire flock of chickens with purebred Jærhøns. A hardy Norwegian chicken breed that lays beautiful eggs and thrives well in our climate.

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2026-05-09

Make your garden wilder – help bees, bumblebees and butterflies 🐝🌼

Small changes in the garden can make a big difference for bees, bumblebees and butterflies. Here are some simple tips to make your outdoor space more lively and pollinator-friendly.

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2026-05-07

Incubating duck eggs – from egg to duckling

We share a bit about how duck egg incubation works, with the right temperature, humidity and what happens leading up to hatching.

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2026-05-07

Incubating chicken eggs – from egg to chick

We share a bit about how chicken egg incubation works, with the right temperature, humidity, and what happens leading up to hatching.

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2026-05-07

A new batch of quail and chicken chicks has hatched!

We have new little quail and chicken chicks with us! The newly hatched chicks are healthy, curious and already busy exploring the world.

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2026-05-06

Wild Garlic – Spring's Green Taste from Nature

Wild garlic is one of spring's most flavorful wild plants. It can be used in pesto, butter, soups and much more – but must be harvested with care.

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2026-05-06

Our Horses at Den Lille Hagen

At Den Lille Hagen, we have two small horses that are an important part of life here: a white Shetland pony and a brown Icelandic horse.

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2026-05-05

Wild garlic from our own garden – order before Monday! 🌸

We still have beautiful wild garlic from our own garden! Order now and have it sent by post on Monday. 10 bulbs for 80 kr + shipping.

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2026-05-05

Fresh chicken eggs from Den Lille Hagen – quality you can taste

Our chicken eggs are produced with love in our garden in Fjære. Fresh, nutritious and with fantastic flavor – completely different from store-bought eggs!

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2026-05-05

Fresh duck eggs from Den Lille Hagen – nutritious and delicious!

Now you can buy fresh duck eggs directly from our garden. With a higher nutrient content than chicken eggs, duck eggs are perfect for both everyday cooking and special occasions.

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2026-05-05

Duck Eggs – Norway's Hidden Gem from Den Lille Hagen

Duck eggs are larger, richer, and more nutritious than chicken eggs! Learn why they're perfect for baking and how to use them best.

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2026-05-05

The potatoes are planted in the ground at Den Lille Hagen

The potatoes are now planted in the ground at Den Lille Hagen in Fjære. We look forward to following their growth throughout the season and hopefully being able to harvest good, locally-grown potatoes later this year.

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2026-04-29

Fresh eggs in Grimstad – why choose local

Fresh eggs from a local farm offer better taste and quality. Here's why more people choose eggs from Den Lille Hagen in Grimstad.

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2026-04-23

🍯 Local Honey and Bees at Den Lille Hagen

At Den Lille Hagen, we have brown bees that produce local honey. Read more about our bees and why they are so important.

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2026-04-22

Top 10 Things That Are Great About Chickens

Chickens are far more than just eggs. Here are 10 good reasons why chickens are so wonderful to have.

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2026-04-21

🦅 Unexpected Visit – Goshawk in the Garden

We had a visit from a goshawk in the garden! Here's the story, pictures, and useful facts about one of Norway's most impressive birds of prey.

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2026-04-21

Top 10 Things That Are Great About Bees

Bees do a fantastic job in nature. Here are 10 reasons why bees are so important – and so fascinating.

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2026-04-20

🌿 Small Farm in Grimstad – Life at Den Lille Hagen

Life on a small farm is about animals, nature and simplicity. Here you get an insight into everyday life at Den Lille Hagen in Grimstad.

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2026-04-20

🥚 What is the difference between chicken eggs, duck eggs and quail eggs?

Not all eggs are the same. Here we explain the difference between chicken eggs, duck eggs and quail eggs – and what they're best used for.

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2026-04-20

Buy eggs in Grimstad – fresh eggs from Den Lille Hagen

Looking for fresh eggs in Grimstad? At Den Lille Hagen you'll get eggs from hens, ducks and quails – straight from the farm.

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2026-04-20

Top 10 things that are good about ducks

Ducks are some of the coziest things we have here at The Little Garden. They are not only nice to look at – they also have many good qualities that make them an important part of garden life. Here is our top 10 list of why ducks are so great:

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2026-04-20

Quail Chicks 🪶🐦‍⬛

Quail chicks what do they need

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2026-04-20

Incubating Quails

How to incubate quails

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2026-04-19

Quails = small space + lots of eggs + lots of joy 🐥🥚

Small birds, but really productive! Perfect if you want to start with your own eggs without needing much space 🏡

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