Permaculture gardening is an eco-friendly design system

that uses natural patterns to create self-sufficient landscapes. It combines farming with nature's own survival methods.

Here are the key parts of the system:

• Landscape observation: Mapping out where sunlight, wind, and slopes naturally occur on your land before planting.

• Water harvesting: Using tools like rain barrels, swales, and rain gardens to capture water and reduce runoff.

• Soil building: Layering organic matter like compost, leaf mulch, and cover crops to feed the ground without synthetic chemicals.

• Perennial plant guilds: Planting permanent trees, shrubs, and herbs that work together to repel pests and share nutrients.

• Energy conservation: Setting up the yard so you spend less human energy, fuel, and time on maintenance.