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I am the custodian of a beautiful woodland ecosystem. The native trees are plentiful and diverse, with wildlife in residence. It is an endless resource that I intend to keep. I figure if I work with the existing ecosystem rather than fight it and destroy it, the bush will provide.
Passive Land Hydration Pt9 Swale End Use Let us celebrate an easier, better way to grow grass, trees and tucker. There have been 50 years of practical examples of success in marginal country all over the world. Last week we learnt how Permaculture Swales can rehabilitate degraded landscapes and can be used to accommodate grazing on pasture as one
They are adored by kids because they are so sweet and cute, but little lady beetles are really very, unladylike eating machines and play the role of teeny tiny superheroes in your garden.
A Permaculture Swale offers many benefits for your landscape if you are looking to grow grass, trees or tucker. A Swale is also a beautiful feature in the landscape.
Passive Land Hydration Pt7 Permaculture Swale In the late 70’s David Holmgren collaborated on an idea with Bill Mollison. Their concept was building on the pioneering work of innovative Australians before them. Focussed on hydrating landscapes and furthering the idea, to provide habitat for permanent food production systems. They went on to describe a design
Some old timey folks recommend 7-10 steps with additions of salts to keep their garden primed. Things like lime, sulphur and calcium. Never keen to punish my microbes, I have reduced my efforts,