A perennial is a plant that survives the annual four season cycle and produces food year on year. In comparison, annual plants complete their growing cycle in a single season and biennials require two growing seasons to mature before dying out. Perennial foods are hardy plants that will remain in … Read more
If you want to attract birds to your backyard in the UK, there are different tree species to consider. British native trees are mostly deciduous and lose their leaves in the winter. They are bright and vibrant in the summer and provide fruit that is highly nutritious to the local … Read more
Australia is popular for its iconic wildlife. It is home to a variety of trees, shrubs and other native vegetation that are popular with animals. Planting native trees is a good way to ensure that threatened wildlife have a safe habitat and regular source of food. Plant the following native … Read more
New Zealand has a variety of native trees that are good for planting if you want to attract birds to your garden. Birds frequent trees in search of nectar, fruits, insects and for building their nests. If your trees will provide these things, you will begin receiving frequent avian visitors. … Read more
Plants have different sunlight needs, depending on the climatic region. When choosing the best plants for your garden, you have to consider how many hours of direct sunlight are required. It can be difficult to plant anything in the shady areas of your garden. It is therefore essential to select … Read more
Drought-tolerant plants are resilient for long periods without rain. There are several plants adapted to thrive in hot and dry climates and will serve as a consistent source of food even during tough conditions. The time of planting these perennials is significant to their long-term survival. It is best to … Read more
Perennial vegetables are a good addition to food forests or your home vegetable garden. If you live in a cold climatic region like zones 1-7, there are a variety of vegetables you can grow to sustain your family through the harsh winters. It is best to plant vegetables adapted to … Read more
The USDA developed a map that defined different growing or gardening zones dividing the US into regions based on the average low winter temperatures. USDA Hardiness zones consist of 13 individual zones that define average minimum temperatures using data from different weather stations across the country. The USDA Hardiness Map … Read more
It is relatively easy to set up a food forest in your backyard if you have a comprehensive plan and are patient enough to wait for it to fully establish. Food forests do not require synthetic chemical inputs and therefore pose no risk to your home environment. In addition, they … Read more
A self-sustaining farm can provide a stable lifestyle and allow you to better manage resources. In a self-sustaining system you can produce enough food for yourself, your family and the community. It takes a lot of discipline and farming to establish a self-sufficient permaculture system. A self-sustaining farm means that … Read more