We love teaching and learning by example. That’s why we’re sharing these permaculture examples with you. From our collective decades of experience and experimentation, we’ve got many tales of what works and what doesn’t. Check out these posts to learn more about real-life permaculture.
Human urine is a fantastic free fertilizer for the garden. If you’re already having the “ick factor” response, we encourage you to keep an open mind and read on about using urine as a fertilizer Note: much of the information here comes from the work of the Rich Earth Institute. They’re conducting large-scale trials of […]
Have you ever picked wild blackberries? Or delighted at the site of an edible mushroom on the forest floor? If so, you’re a forager! Gathering plants and fungi from wild places is a way to nourish yourself while also enhancing your relationship with the living world. But, it’s important to bring care and respect in […]
Planting a tree is a remarkable, rewarding, and fairly simple act. Here’s a guide to help you be successful, so that your efforts (and trees) will have the best chance of bearing fruit. Steps to planting a tree: Dig a hole Prepare and amend the hole Backfill the hole (no kidding!) Plant your tree in […]
Homegrown lettuce is tasty and rewarding. In fact, when you grow your own, you’ll be amazed at how much lettuce you can harvest, even from a small area. Additionally, lettuce comes in many more shapes, colors, and flavors than you’ll find at the store; growing your own will open the door to a beautiful and […]
When you plant a fruit tree, you’ll have the option of either a tree in a pot, (what you’ll usually find at garden stores) or a “bare root” tree. The latter looks more like a stick with some roots at one end; they’re usually available my mail order or pickup at a nursery. How to […]