1. Choose your mower Use a strimmer or hand scythe to cut a small meadow. A scythe is very kind to nature but is labor intensive since it is done by hand. A powered garden strimmer is faster than a scythe, but you still need to pick up the clippings. … Read more
You should mow your wildflower meadow in the first year after sowing. Cut the wildflowers to a height of around 2 inches in the first eight weeks of growth and do this after every two months through the first summer. This is important in encouraging the growth of perennials and … Read more
No, Permaculture is not a pseudoscience. Permaculture was a movement born by Holmgren and Mollison, who brought about a new dimension of agriculture as an alternative to contemporary industrial farming methods. Back then, there was limited scientific research to back up their methods and their benefits to the environment. Therefore, … Read more
Evergreen shrubs provide year-round interest in your garden from local birds seeking shelter and food. Shrubs usually are smaller than full-size trees and are therefore ideal for small yards or gardens where trees would be too big. They grow faster than trees and thus your landscape will mature more quickly. … Read more
Weeds are plants that grow where they are unwanted. Weeds are more aggressive and invasive than the wildflowers you planted yourself. In most cases, you have to wait until they are fully grown to differentiate between wildflowers and weeds. In the beginning, it can be tough to distinguish between weed … Read more
It’s best to choose a low-maintenance ground cover plant for your lawn if you do not have time for constant weeding, pruning and watering. Groundcover plants spread as they grow, creating a thick foliage mat which is essential in the retention of moisture, weed control and pest management. Here are … Read more
A garden that attracts birds, bees, butterflies and other creatures is a treasure to have. You can attract animals to your garden by providing shelter, habitat, food and water for wildlife, regardless of how big or small your land is. Gardeners have a key role in restoring natural habitats for … Read more
David Holmgren and Bill Mollisson developed the modern principles of permaculture, to provide more practical solutions for a better world. The 12 principles of permaculture are often used to understand food growing systems and how they can lead us towards more ethical and sustainable livelihoods. The principles are universal but … Read more
Permaculture aims to make agricultural processes as natural and sustainable as possible. Every product in permaculture should benefit people and the ecosystem, with zero waste. Permaculture has many important advantages but there are still shortcomings related to the practice. Permaculture enables people to create sustainable food sources, build healthier homes … Read more
Wildflowers are valuable habitat, nesting sites for birds and provide floral resources for moths, bees and butterflies. You can plant native perennials and grass on a large piece of land and enjoy a succession of flowers and foliage throughout the year. Wildflowers will not require a lot of maintenance once … Read more