If you think about all of the leaves, twigs, nutshells, and plants covering the ground in a forest, it’s easy to see why mulch is an essential component of growing a permaculture garden. The soil in a forest is covered by all of this organic material that protects it while adding nutrients. And by placing […]
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How to Create a No-Till Garden the Easy Way
No-till gardening is my favorite way to maintain healthy gardens without chemicals. There are several specific no-till methods such as Back to Eden, Hugelkultur, and no-dig. But these methods share general principles that you can easily use in your garden. Whether you’re starting a garden from scratch or maintaining an already established garden, this no-till […]
3 Keys to an Amazing Permaculture Backyard
Want to create a permaculture backyard? You’re in luck! I have been studying permaculture for years now and have found that it has transformed my gardening. But what I love most about it is that permaculture is scalable, meaning you can use the same principles to design a 10-acre farm as you can a 1/10 […]
How to Create a Permaculture Food Forest or Forest Garden
If growing more food with less work (while regenerating the land and providing healthy habitats for wildlife) is something you’d like to accomplish, then you must know about creating food forest gardens! I have been studying and practicing permaculture for years now and have had so much success. I have been able to grow more […]
Companion Planting and Plant Guilds: How to Get Started
Companion planting and plant guilds are two garden planning methods to master if growing more food with minimal effort is a goal you’re working towards. Since I started using this permaculture system of growing food, I have had many fewer problems with pests and sickly plants. Let me show you how these two techniques can […]
11 Perennial Vegetables and Fruit You Must Start Growing
Planting perennial vegetables is one of the very best ways to expand your garden and grow your homesteading skills. Beginners often learn how to garden by planting annuals like cucumbers and tomatoes. These traditional garden vegetables are easy to grow and great for those looking to get started gardening. But when you’re ready to invest […]