Do you have an edible plant that quietly thrives despite neglect, high humidity, heat, and less-than-perfect soil? I certainly do. As I scanned through my garden this morning, one plant stood out again and again — Tulsi (Holy Basil)
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
