Permaculture is about “…saving the planet and living to be a hundred, while throwing very impressive dinner parties and organising other creatures to do most of the work.”
That is a quote from gardening book author Linda Woodrow, and it is my favourite “definition” of permaculture.
Linda is right, and she summed it up perfectly. That’s exactly what this site is all about!
If you ever contemplated growing fruit, herbs or vegetables, but thought it’s too hard, too difficult or too much work, then let this site convince you that it’s not.
If you never heard about permaculture start by reading, What Is Permaculture?
Next have a quick scan of the examples in the Permaculture Design Guidelines, and you will soon get the drift: this is fun, this is easy, and this will reward you with the most beautiful, healthy and productive garden that you could possibly imagine.
Many fruits, vegetables, herbs and spices are stunningly ornamental. And if you follow permaculture principles they are very easy to grow. Learn how to grow them by reading the sections with specific growing advice:
Once I’ve got you hooked on permaculture I hope you keep coming back to find out more:
- tips and tricks,
- design ideas,
- help with composting,
- encouraging beneficial insects,
- attracting wildlife,
- suggestions on what to do with your bountiful harvest,
- how to generally minimise your impact on the environment,
…and how to turn the whole world into one big Garden Eden. (Ok, I admit I haven’t quite finalised that plan yet, but I’m open to ideas… Spreading the word would be a good start…)
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