Imagine stepping into a lush and vibrant ecosystem teeming with a variety of edible plants, harmoniously intermingling and supporting each other's growth. This is the essence of a food forest, a sustainable and self-sufficient agroecosystem designed using permaculture principles. In this article, we will explore the steps to design and implement a food forest, and provide plant suggestions for each layer, ensuring an abundant and diverse harvest. Let's dive in! Understanding Permaculture: … [Read more...]
Extend the Growing Season Into Fall & Winter
No matter where you live, there are crops and gardening techniques that allow you to enjoy homegrown produce year round. Sure you can go to just about any supermarket, even in the dead of winter and buy all sorts of vegetables, but they won’t be as good as what comes right out of your own garden. Being more self reliant, independent, and living more sustainably also means trying to grow as much food as we can, all year long. Here are some season extending ideas, as well as a discussion on … [Read more...]
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