Permaculture, put simply, involves designing and building systems, such as gardens or farms, to operate in sync with nature. The term combines "permanent" with "agriculture" or "culture," emphasizing sustainability and long-term planning.

Co-founded in the 1970s by Bill Mollison and David Holmgren in Tasmania, Australia, permaculture has roots in observing natural ecosystems and traditional farming methods. Mollison, an ecologist and educator, was instrumental in its development, while Holmgren contributed significantly to refining its principles.

In essence, permaculture entails drawing inspiration from nature's strategies to create sustainable, effective, and balanced systems that benefit both the environment and humanity. It's about wise observation and collaboration with the Earth to enhance our way of life.

Over the course of the next few months, we'll delve into each of the 12 Permaculture Principles and explore their application in our garden.

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Principle Number 4:

“Apply Self-Regulation & Accept Feedback”.

Embracing self-regulation within permaculture has been both pivotal and challenging for me. It demands a profound level of mindfulness and openness, not just in nurturing our gardens but also in tending to our own growth. It's about being receptive to feedback, recognizing our continuous evolution, and understanding the interconnectedness between ourselves and the Earth.

As we cultivate this principle, we create space for imperfection, inviting growth and communication with our environment. My journey has led me to witness the transformative power of sustainable practices firsthand, such as the success of using sweet potatoes as cover crops around our fruit trees and the introduction of focusing on shade tolerant food, medicinal & pollinator plants as our block has canopied to a level un-thought of in initial planning. By sharing these insights, we contribute to a collective understanding and pave the way for more efficient designs in the future. After all, in the ever-changing rhythm of life, our capacity for growth knows no bounds.