Learn to Work with Nature, Not Against It Taught by: Al Nastase, accredited Permaculture Designer (Geoff Lawton’s School)
9.30AM start Join us for a full-day, hands-on exploration into the world of permaculture design — a practical approach to creating resilient, self-sustaining gardens that thrive in harmony with nature.
What You’ll Learn
We begin with the foundations of healthy soil — understanding living soil ecosystems, the organisms within them, and their vital connection to plants. From there, we’ll dive into: The 12 Permaculture Principles and how to apply them when designing your garden. Permaculture zones — discovering what plants and animals suit each space.
Key design frameworks including: WASPA (Water, Access, Structures, Plants, Animals) The 7 vertical layers of a forest garden Guilds, patterns, and much more.
You’ll also gain practical insight into: Integrating animals — from chickens and ducks to natural “lawnmowers” that help clear grass for no-dig beds. No-dig gardening essentials — compost, woodchip, cardboard, and other mulches: how to source, use, and maintain them effectively. Building a new no-dig bed and observing how established beds evolve over time.
Seed to harvest – propagation techniques and strategies for abundant yields. Crop protection – using greenhouses, polytunnels, hoops, and row covers. Pest and predator balance – encouraging biodiversity to protect your crops naturally. The role of water, ponds, and windbreaks in a thriving ecosystem. This course is packed with outdoor learning, hands-on practice, and real-life examples from Trigon Farm.
Apprentice teachers No apprentice teacher places available on this course Course type Permaculture Design Course Engagement style Face to face Postal address of venueDerriton Holsworthy EX22 6JU United Kingdom
Course contact email trigonfarmuk@gmail.com Contact name Al Nastase Contact telephone number 07988484069 Share this course Copied to clipboard- Log in to post comments