Aside from all the pumpkin, tending fires in the hearth, and gathering with family (in typical years, at least…), autumn also provides an abundance of nutrients and organic matter for our gardens: all the leaves! Have you ever wondered why forests thrive without someone going in and applying lots of fertilizer to help the trees […]

Some of our most prolific weeds are simultaneously impairing and repairing urban forests.

Do you have to use all native plants to practice permaculture? Does permaculture advocate for using “invasive” species?

A great root for fall harvest, Burdock serves many pleasant functions, the root being a tasty wild edible and gentle but powerful herbal medicine source. It is most known for its cleansing properties, long being used to help clear up skin ailments such as acne and gently support the liver.

Creative ways to reuse and repurpose materials for a warm cottage feel