Are you limited by space but still want to surround yourself with edible plants, or lush greenery and vibrant blooms? Look no further than vertical gardening! This innovative technique allows you to maximize your gardening potential by utilizing vertical spaces, whether it’s a small balcony, a courtyard, or even the walls of your home. In …
Container gardening offers a versatile and practical solution for bringing the joy of gardening to any space, regardless of its size or limitations. By harnessing the power of different pots and containers, you can create a vibrant and thriving garden filled with herbs, vegetables, fruits, and ornamentals. In this blog post, we will explore the …
True annual plants will germinate, flower, set seed (inside of flowers or fruits), and then die, all in one season. Some seasons are short, while others are long! Some annuals prefer the warmer months while others prefer the cold! Annual gardening is planning for these needs, and choosing appropriate varieties that are right for your …
There are five permaculture zones. These zones break down the property into the most used areas, to the least used areas. This helps to organize the space based on energy use and resource availability. Permaculture Zones Zone 0 – This is the home or main residence. Zone 1 – This is the kitchen garden, chickens, …
The layout of a permaculture garden is determined by convenience. By planning elements close to the user it creates efficiency. For example, keeping a kitchen garden close to the kitchen is convenient because herbs and annuals are readily available for a quick harvest. Permaculture Zones Zone 0 – This is the home or main …
Sunflowers are a useful permaculture plant to grow in your garden. They produce food, oil, nutrients, attract pollinators and beneficial insects, They clean soil, provide trellising stalks for peas, can be chicken fodder, and much much more! Sunflowers are a useful permaculture plant to grow in your garden. They produce food, oil, nutrients, attract pollinators …
To plant a fruit tree, dig a hole twice the width and depth of the root ball. Place the fruit tree in the ground and refill the hole with organic matter and compost. For apples, plums, apricots, cherries, mangoes, and more, planting fruit trees is a very simple task and one that should be no …
You don’t need much space to practice permaculture. It can be practiced on a balcony, in an urban garden or in a large homestead. It is a lifestyle choice and its methods are adaptable and scalable. Permaculture is a lifestyle. You can read more about that on our post here. Using only some of the …
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A food forest is a perennial method of growing food. They are sometimes known as a forest garden too and require little input from humans to maintain because they’re designed to mimic natural forestry systems. Introduction It’s said that the term food forest, or forest gardening, originated from a horticulturalist named Robert Hart. But Hart …
What is Permaculture? Permaculture is “a design science based on nature’s patterns”. But what does that even mean? Permaculture was created and coined by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren. The purpose was to create a “permanent agriculture” system. Permaculture is more sustainable for food production, energy resources, and community balance. It is about observing and …
My life started on a family homestead which was run by my parents and grandparents. We had quite a number of different animals, mum had her veggie gardens, and they hosted big community BBQs regularly. Every now and then a bush band named Diamantina would come out and play too. It was a wholesome start …
What is Juglone? Juglone is a chemical produced by certain plant species and it causes an allelopathic affect on the plants around it. What is allelopathy Allelopathy is a biological ‘behaviour’ which is known to inhibit the growth of surrounding species in order to influence germination, growth and survival of its saplings. To put it …
What is Weed Tea? Weed tea is taking unwanted plants from your garden and soaking them for days in water. It’s basically just a cup of tea for your garden! This is a cheap, easy, and efficient way of making liquid fertilizer! Some people soak their plants for weeks at a time, but that’s not …
What is a guild? A guild is a community of plants designed to mimic natural forestry ecosystems. This planting system is called a polyculture, or companion planting. In permaculture, it’s generally known as a guild. Each plant is selected to support a main tree or crop and has a specific function. There Are 6 core …
What is a permaculture lifestyle? People are familiar with growing food as a permaculture practice, but they may not realize there is a lot more to it! A permaculture lifestyle embodies the application of the ethics and principles of permaculture within all aspects of a home, property, and family’s activities. Beyond the agricultural, farming, or …
By nature, children are curious. They explore the world around them through their senses. But for some kids, their experiences look a little different. My 4th child for example was born with an airway defect, and by age 3 diagnosed with cerebral palsy. By age 7, he had many diagnoses. It was obvious that he …
The foundational ethics of permaculture are earth care, people care, and fair share. Only three ethics to remember! These are important guides, and they are woven together to build trust and resiliency in a system. Earth Care The first thing most people think of when they hear this ethic is to care for everything! That …
The 12 Permaculture Principles are design elements that work together and are guided by the 3 permaculture ethics. (Click here for the blog on permaculture ethics.) Each principle outlines aspects that are included when creating a good design. Using design principles in property planning creates resiliency and a sustainable self-reliant site. Observe & Interact …
