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. Most of my recent blog articles have been “how-to” posts, how to grow food on a balcony, how to start a three sisters garden, how to…you
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. Often, when I meet people and tell them I do Permaculture in my garden, their eyes widen with a bit of respect, and then they say that
It’s hard to believe it’s almost October, my favorite time of year. The days are warm and clear and dry, the nights are cool, and so far we’re not getting too much wildfire smoke. It’s a great time for work in the garden and kitchen! Here are some things you can do:
Some of these things can be done in September, and sometimes they get done in October, or even later, depending on where you live as well as what the weather has been like. So don't panic! Focus on one thing per day if necessary. 1.Check your winter squashes! Most
If you’re thinking of raising chickens, one important thing to consider is how to keep them comfortable on hot days as well as cold days. We’ve had some hot weather during the last five or so years, but we haven’t lost a single bird to heat, even when it got to
What can you do to make your garden more sustainable? If you search the internet, you’ll find all sorts of answers, and this may seem confusing, but there are some basic practices that are easy to understand and implement. In Permaculture we talk about reducing inputs and waste, and this is
