When you're trying to decide what food to grow on your homestead there are a few things to consider. You should always plant things that grow well in your zone, will provide an abundant production,...

There seems to be a great amount of interest about learning permaculture these days. It seems that many people who practice permaculture want to send people who inquire about it to permaculture...

It is easy and cheap to make your bloom booster fertilizer at home. There is no need to purchase costly fertilizer products from garden stores because you can make a superior quality fertilizer -...

One of the most taxing aspects of composting is turning the pile. Enter the compost tumbler. These devices make turning your organic waste into compost much simpler. By allowing air to enter the...

Many gardeners have experienced the disappointment of harvesting tiny squash from plants they've spent months growing and caring for. Luckily, there are ways to ensure that squash plants produce...

In permaculture design it's important to take a holistic view – examining the broader picture and larger patterns before we hone in on the details. When we talk about sectors and about zones in...