Permaculture is a system of design that fosters self-sufficient environments that are beneficial for people and the planet. Through thoughtful design, based on nature’s wisdom, harmonious relationships are created between the elements of a system that require minimal work or outside resources to flourish.
Permaculture Values:
- Care for the Earth
- Care for People
- Share the Surplus
Permaculture Wisdom:
- Observation
- Multiple Functions
- Multiple Elements
- Energy Cycling & Recycling
- Biological Resources
- Energy Efficiency
- Appropriate Technology
- Stack & Pack
- Diversity & Edge
- Small Scale & Intensive
- Ethics & Attitudes Matter
What does Permaculture cover?
- Edible landscaping
- Food forests: fruit tree propagation and care
- Soil fertility
- Wise water use
- Natural building: strawbale, cob, adobe, local materials
- Animal systems: bee keeping, chickens, goats and more
- Composting
- Creating wild life areas
- Seed saving
- Beyond organics
- Fire mitigation
- Wind breaks
- Perennials
- Greenhouses and season extensions
- Food preservation: fermenting, canning, drying and more
- Creating microclimates
- Designing for sustainability
- Aquaculture
- Zero-waste in your home, office and place of worship
- Integrated pest management
