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In today’s world, where urbanization is rapidly increasing and space is becoming a premium, the idea of gardening may seem like a distant dream for many. However, the principles of permaculture offer a powerful solution: pocket gardens. These small, efficient, and sustainable garden spaces allow you to create a thriving ecosystem no matter how limited […]

Pocket Gardens: Discovering the Power of Permaculture in Small Spaces

Aug 21, 2024

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Integrating livestock into your permaculture garden can enhance soil health, provide natural fertilization, and create a balanced, resilient system. Permaculture asks us to find balance not only in our landscapes but in our lives – livestock is a way to bridge the two, enhancing a closed-loop system that you, your family, and your new animals […]

Permaculture & Livestock Integration

Jul 16, 2024

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The concept of a traditional lawn—a monoculture of neatly trimmed grass—is increasingly under scrutiny… and rightfully so! These lawns require a ton of input and often leave the soil depleted and the surrounding ecosystem off balance. Instead, we encourage our clients to shift towards tapestry lawns, which are rich in biodiversity and offer numerous ecological […]

The Beauty & Ecology of Tapestry Lawns

Jun 19, 2024

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In our fast-paced world, where stress and anxiety often dominate our lives, finding moments of tranquility and abundance can feel like a luxury. However, a simple yet profound way to invite abundance into our lives while also nurturing the environment is to get outside, take our cues from nature, and observe all of the buzzing […]

Cultivating Abundance: The Power of Pollinator Plants

May 26, 2024

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How contour swales slow down water runoff, encourage infiltration, and reduce erosion, thus enhancing water retention and distribution across the landscape.

Contouring the Landscape for Water Management

Mar 1, 2024