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Your Journey from Permaculture Beginner to Professional
Courses, resources, and expert insights to take your permaculture practice to the next level!
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At Vine Permaculture, we are dedicated to empowering aspiring permaculturists by providing the essential resources, expert insights, and practical tools to guide them from their first garden to becoming professional permaculture designers. Through curated courses, real-world advice, and interviews with industry experts, we aim to support and inspire each step of the journey—from foundational skills to mastering advanced design and sustainable business practices.
Start as a Beginner, Become a Pro!
Wherever you are on your permaculture journey, there’s always a next step. From learning the basics to developing professional design skills, we’ve gathered the best tools, courses, and advice to support your growth. Explore our roadmap and find the right resources for your stage
Stage 1: Beginner: Laying the Foundations
New to permaculture and ready to start your journey? This stage introduces you to the core concepts of sustainable gardening and ecological design. Learn how to work with nature by applying simple practices like composting, water harvesting, and no-dig gardening. Whether you’re starting with a small backyard or a balcony garden, we’ll guide you step-by-step to build healthy soil, grow your own food, and create a thriving ecosystem. Begin developing the skills and mindset that will serve as the foundation for your permaculture practice.
Get Started With These Introductory Blogs!
Gardening Dwarf Fruit Trees
Dwarf fruit trees are a great choice for home gardeners with limited space. They are smaller in size than standard...
Gardening Rainwater Collection
Why is Rainwater Collection Important?Collecting rainwater is important because it helps conserve water resources, reduces reliance on municipal water supplies,...
Gardening 6 Ways to Sow Seeds
There are many ways to start seeds. How you start seeds will depend on your circumstances and what you are...
Gardening What is a Chicken Garden?
A chicken garden, also known as a chicken-friendly garden, is a type of garden designed to accommodate and benefit both...
Gardening Choosing Perennial Plants
When choosing perennial plants it is very important to consider how long it will take to get a harvest. Don’t...
Stage 2: Design Your Garden: Growing with Confidence
As you become familiar with the basics, it’s time to level up and design a productive garden with permaculture principles at its core. Learn how to create efficient, resilient systems that work with nature. Whether you’re building a backyard food forest, improving your soil health, or implementing water management strategies, this stage provides resources to help you develop your skills. Our courses and tools will enable you to design with confidence and transform your space into a productive, sustainable landscape.
Design Your Own Permaculture Garden!
Design How do I layout a permaculture garden?
The layout of a permaculture garden is determined by convenience. By planning elements close to the user it creates efficiency....
Design What is Juglone and Allelopathy?
What is Juglone? Juglone is a chemical produced by certain plant species and it causes an allelopathic affect on the...
Design Guild Layers and Functions
What is a guild? A guild is a community of plants designed to mimic natural forestry ecosystems. This planting system...
Stage 3: Go Professional: Become a Permaculture Designer
Ready to make permaculture more than just a passion? This stage is all about taking your skills to the next level and becoming a professional designer. Learn how to create comprehensive site plans, offer consulting services, and build a successful permaculture business. From advanced design techniques to business strategies, these resources will help you establish yourself as a leader in the field. Gain the expertise to create meaningful change in communities and ecosystems while building a sustainable career.
What does it take to become a permaculture professional? Learn from the experts on The Permaculture Vine Podcast!
Need Help? We're Here to Guide You!
Permaculture can be a transformative journey, but it’s natural to have questions along the way. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, we’re here to help. Our resources and expert support are designed to guide you through any challenges you face, from garden design to business development. Don’t hesitate to reach out—whether it’s for advice, troubleshooting, or personalized recommendations, we’re committed to helping you succeed in your permaculture journey.
Stage 1: Beginner: Laying the Foundations
Chat to A Professional Designer!
If your unsure where to start booking a 1 HR consultation with a Vine designer is a great way to set you up with a great foundation and plan to get you going!
Introduction To Permaculture Course!
Check out this great course from Family Permaculture. Annette, Chanel and Allan have all been on our podcast!
Learn to Grow Your Own Food!
Learn to grow your own food with this self-sufficiency starter course with Hayley Weatherburn. Hayley has been on the podcast.
Stage 2: Design Your Garden: Growing with Confidence
Get help from professional designers!
Get help in designing your property anywhere in the world from our partners at Permaculture Canada. Lindsay and her team of global designers will take great care of you!
Take a PDC!
Completing a Permaculture Design Certificate is a great way to learn about your property. Get yourself an online PDC from Ecoversity!
Designing Your Land With Permaculture: The Practical, Quick Guide!
Learn to design your land with ELÉONORE TODINI. ELÉONORE has been on the podcast multiple times.
Stage 3: Go Professional: Become a Permaculture Designer
Design Your Permaculture Business!
Don’t just learn how to start a business; design a regenerative career and lifestyle you’re passionate about with the Permaculture Business Design Course.
Learn To Design Like a PRO
Do you want to become a professional designer. The PDC2PRO Permaculture Digital Design course from Vine will get you up and running!
Hear from permaculture Professionals!
Join is on the podcast where we chat about Permaculture People and Projects. If you want to share your journey, let us know!
Permaculture for Families – Learning and Growing Together
Permaculture isn’t just for individuals—it’s a fantastic way for families to connect with nature and work together on sustainable projects. Whether you want to start a small vegetable garden, create wildlife habitats, or involve your kids in hands-on learning, this section provides family-friendly resources that make permaculture fun and accessible for all ages. Learn how to create meaningful outdoor activities that teach essential skills like growing food, composting, and caring for the environment, all while spending quality time together
This is a free course from Crystal Heier, and if you would like permission to have the course embedded on your website please email info@vinepermaculture.com and we will send you the link to embed it.
On episode 67 of The Permaculture Vine Podcast, Cormac Harkin chats to and Chanel Smith of Family Permaculture, Annette Argabright of Family Permaculture, and Alex Popp of PermaCulture Party
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