The benefits of companion planting in the garden
Companion planting is a gardening technique in which different plant species are grown together in close proximity for mutual benefit. It has been used for centuries... Read more.
How to Grow an Urban Vegetable Garden on a Terrace: A Complete Guide
We want to talk about how to grow a vegetable garden on a terrace. In recent years, the number of times we wonder what we consume, where it comes from what we eat... Read more.
Aeroponic cultivation: What is it, how does it work, advantages and disadvantages?
This article is dedicated to aeroponic cultivation. We will explain what aeroponic cultivation is, how it works and what are its advantages and disadvantages. Aeroponic... Read more.
Growing Blackberries in the Orchard: With thorns or without thorns?
When deciding whether to grow blackberries with thorns or without thorns in your orchard, there are a few factors to consider. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages,... Read more.
How to Grow Watercress Step by Step: Everything You Need to Know
In today’s article we are going to learn how to grow watercress step by step in our vegetable gardens. To do this, we will see the different cultivation tasks... Read more.
How to Raise Ladybugs at Home (Catarinas) step by step
Today we are going to see how to raise ladybugs at home in an easy and very, very economical way. First, in the video, you can see how I have made my little house... Read more.
White bugs in the soil: Should they be eliminated?
In today’s article we are going to learn how to identify the white bugs in the soil of our plants. We will also see if they are good or not and how we can... Read more.
A perennial garlic ground cover for the permaculture pond
Using garlic as a ground cover around a permaculture pond can be a great idea, as garlic has several beneficial properties. It can help deter some pests, improve... Read more.
No dig potato harvest from the permaculture chicken garden
We grow potatoes in the permaculture chicken yard, in plots the chickens prepare for us. They weed the ground, fertilise, and clean the mulch of pests. All we have... Read more.
How to build a permaculture pond without a liner
Building a permaculture pond without a liner is a sustainable and eco-friendly way to create a water feature in your garden. Permaculture ponds, which mimic natural... Read more.
Why are Muscovy the Best Ducks for Permaculture Systems and Gardens?
Muscovy ducks are widely regarded as excellent additions to permaculture systems and gardens for various compelling reasons. Their versatility and valuable contributions... Read more.
Nitrogen fixing trees for orchards, forest gardens, food forests and permaculture designs
Permaculture gardens, food forests and orchards often use nitrogen fixing trees and shrubs to supply the nitrogen needed for good production. This video shows 10... Read more.
How to grow asparagus the permaculture way
This video shows how to grow asparagus in a polyculture. Conventional gardening books will all suggest you can only grow asparagus in a heavily weeded garden bed,... Read more.
How to grow your own plants for your perennial food forest, agroforestry or silvopasture cheaply
Planting any reasonably sized permaculture system can become very expensive if you’re buying all the plants. Many of them can be grown very cheaply from seed... Read more.
How to grow rice at home in the UK. The bucket method.
You don’t need a padi field to see whether growing rice is right for you, you can grow a test crop in buckets. This is the method we use with new varieties,... Read more.
Growing rice at home in Scotland. Transplanting the seedlings into the padi field.
Growing rice in Scotland can be challenging due to the climate, as rice is traditionally a warm-season crop. However, with some adjustments and careful planning,... Read more.
How to multiply comfrey without cutting it down, a pollinator friendly method.
Comfrey is the classic mineral accumulating permaculture plant, used for organic fertilisers as well as animal feed. It’s an important plant for pollinators,... Read more.
Are swales suitable for a wet climate? Introducing the adjustable swale
Swales can be very suitable for a wet climate, especially if properly designed and managed. In fact, swales are often used as a sustainable water management technique... Read more.
How to Easily Propagate Pineapple Sage! (Salvia elegans)
Propagating pineapple sage (Salvia elegans) is a straightforward process that can be done through stem cuttings. Here’s how to easily propagate pineapple sage:... Read more.
Identifying Chinese Privet Ligustrum sinense
Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense) is a common invasive plant species in many parts of the world, particularly in the United States. It’s important to be able... Read more.
Are Your Squash Flowers Not Opening? Some Reasons Why and What to Do!
If your squash flowers are not opening, it can be frustrating because closed flowers won’t be pollinated, and you won’t get fruit. There are several... Read more.
Growing Dogwood Trees from Seed
Growing dogwood trees (Cornus spp.) from seed can be a rewarding but somewhat lengthy process. Dogwoods are deciduous trees or shrubs known for their attractive... Read more.
Lots of Blooms but no Squash? This might be the problem!
If your squash plants are producing lots of blooms but no squash, there are several potential problems that could be causing this issue. Here are some common reasons... Read more.
Easy Ways to Improve Your New Build Garden
Create a Garden Design: Begin by creating a well-thought-out garden design that takes into consideration the layout, flow, and functionality of your outdoor space.... Read more.
Planning a Water Line and Garden Spigot for Irrigation
1. Determine Your Water Source: Before planning your garden irrigation system, it’s crucial to determine your water source. This source could be the main water... Read more.
Moving Your Garden to a New Property | Gardening Preparations for a House Move
Moving your garden to a new property | Gardening preparations for a house move. Byther Farm is a small organic homestead, designed and managed using permaculture... Read more.
The Truth Why It’s Difficult to Have a Newbuild Garden / Yard
This video is to show exactly why it is so difficult to have a healthy garden / yard on a newbuild site. It is eye-opening. It is especially helpful for gardeners... Read more.
Best Herbivores to Rewild Britain
My guess is that the logical sequence would be sectioning out land for rewilding. Then you rotate herbivores through the area, they rebuild the foundations. Along... Read more.
Are Mushrooms The Secret to Rewilding Britain?
While mushrooms play a role in ecosystems and could be a part of rewilding efforts, they are not a “secret” solution to rewilding Britain or any other... Read more.
Rewilding Britain – is the Uk Ready for the Bison?
Sounds like a great idea a small start but I do think the public mood to rewilding is becoming more positive. The Bison is a large, shaggy-haired animal that is... Read more.