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It’s common during permaculture courses for some students to become a bit frustrated with the loose nature of the permaculture model.

It’s entirely appropriate that this lovely book was gifted to me by a friend. There’s so much about the gift economy here. It’s a lighthearted, jaunty read (lots of “dear reader….”) in a genre where things can often feel a bit serious and shaming.

Permaculture is far more than just "organic gardening". It is a design science based on the idea that we can meet human needs while increasing the health of the planet.
The fundamental philosophy is built on three Ethical Pillars and a set of Design Principles

What vegetable, herb or fruit to plant in December. Planting tips. The Three-Sisters method in the vegetable garden.

Brett explains how to use a free website to identify plants online

Hey Meg, how come you mound up the cup cake beds like that, and where do you buy your soil?

With Spring on the way a key advantage of a seed sprouter is its ability to speed up the growing process

At the Edible Garden Trail and Permaculture Central Coast, we’re all about growing food, but we know that no garden can be an island. While it’s incredibly rewarding to grow your own, we understand the challenge of trying to meet all your needs through gardening...

In permaculture, we strive for sustainable systems that work with nature, not against it. Understanding the materials we use, especially pervasive ones like plastic, is crucial. So, let's delve into what plastic truly is and why it's often more foe than friend in our sustainable pursuits.