Permaculture

There’s nothing more rewarding than growing, harvesting and enjoying produce that you’ve grown yourself, and we’d love to see everyone growing some of their own vegetables at home. But, starting a vegetable garden can be a bit overwhelming, we know – there’s a lot to think about! Happily, we’ve created a free guide for you…

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When you’re just beginning to design your permaculture property, the first question you’re likely to ask is “What to put where?” Should the compost be conveniently close to the house, or near the market garden to catch the waste? Should the chickens be housed near the kitchen garden, or in a chicken tractor out in […]

Permaculture gardening offers a holistic approach to managing your property, whether you aim to improve stormwater management, combat drought, or simply enhance ecological health. But how do you get started… quickly, and with limited resources and knowledge? And, what does it mean to design a permaculture garden? “Thinking like an ecosystem” is one answer: recognizing […]

The post Beginners Guide to Permaculture Gardening – 7

Every so often, someone will come up to us and ask – So what’s so important about permaculture anyway? How is it better than conventional farming? And what’s the deal with a “permaculture lifestyle?” These are the kinds of questions we love to answer! We’ve given the core points on our “What is Permaculture” overview […]

An orchard in your backyard – think of it!  A virtual grocery aisle, providing a ready crop of fruit and livestock to provide your family with healthy, nutritious, free food, enough to enjoy in season and put up for the cold months.  This was what our friend and guest instructor, veteran orchardist Stefan Sobkowiak had […]

If you’re looking to cut your landfill waste, undo the effects of erosion, reduce your climate footprint, and fall in love with the regenerative magic of soil, your best first step is a simple one: composting (find out why HERE). But if you’re in an apartment, condo, or townhouse with no land of your own, […]