At the Permaculture Festival of Workshops gathering, I was fortunate to be asked to give a talk on fabrics, stitching, and mending. For many years, I have saved tiny scraps of fabric that others may find less than useful.
What goes through your mind when you spot some unfamiliar weeds in your garden? Do you have an instinct to eradicate, or do you take a breath and wonder where these all fit and what useful outcome you may be able to create?
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.
