This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. Starting a new flower or vegetable bed can be daunting to the beginner, especially if the area is covered with lawn. One can, of course, use a
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. The Three Sisters garden is a companion planting technique that maximizes the amount of food harvested, while organizing the plants in a way that gets them to
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. Every gardener asks the question, what should I plant now? Many of us end up planting lots of annuals: tomatoes, beans, peppers, corn, squash, to
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. Some will focus on ways to deal with what you grow, and how to preserve your harvest. The garden is slowing down and it's getting cold outside,
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. It’s amazing to me that it’s almost winter! Where has the time gone? I just read that NOAA is predicting that my region, the Pacific Northwest, will
Permaculture, a system of agricultural and social design principles, emphasizes harmony with natural ecosystems. A permaculture orchard is not just a place to grow fruit; it's a thriving ecosystem designed to be self-sustaining and resilient. Let’s explore how to design a permaculture orchard step by step, blending nature’s principles with human needs.
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. Ripening tomatoes can sometimes feel like a waiting game, but with a few simple techniques, you can encourage your tomatoes to reach their full, juicy potential. Whether
This is part of a new series of blog posts for beginner gardeners. These posts may be a little shorter and more specific in nature. In recent years, the crucial role of pollinators in maintaining biodiversity and food security has become increasingly evident. Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinating insects and animals
The answer to that is “sometimes”. We’ve all seen those videos on social media about how you can save money and get free vegetables by saving the stumps from a head of lettuce that you’ve bought at the store and used in a salad. The same is apparently true for spring onions and
How Do Plants Support Each Other in a Permaculture Tree Guild? Identifying the layers of tree guild plants is just the first step in designing a Permaculture tree guild. The second step, identifying the role that each plant plays, is just as important. Let’s examine the various functions that each plant can fulfill.
