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A how to guide to Olla pots – an effective traditional irrigation system.
Sebastian von Holstein |
Saturday, 15th June 2013

Find out more about this traditional irrigation technique that uses Olla's, or clay pots to effectively and efficiently deliver water to the plants that needs them. Remember if you live in rainy climate this is a useful method for polytunnles and greenhouse. IN your live in an arid climate this could be a need to know technique.

 

LA guerrilla gardeners turning urban wastelands into public gardens
Sebastian von Holstein |
Monday, 10th June 2013

You've no doubt heard of the guerrilla gardening movement. These are the incredible, sometimes faceless people who unconditionally regenerate urban areas.

 

Patterning in Permaculture Design: a Masterclass by Aranya
Sebastian von Holstein |
Monday, 3rd June 2013

By looking at nature's patterns, we can learn to mimic them and design sustainable systems accordingly. Aranya explains that when we do this, we are essentially looking at the earth's 3.5 billion years of research and development. 

 

Building a simple wood and cobwood roundhouse

Tony Wrench |
Saturday, 1st June 2013

Tony Wrench is renowned for building low impact roundhouses with reciprocal frame roofs and cordwood walls. He and his partner are an inspiration to many individuals and communities seeking to live more sustainable lives.

This video is simplified version of his book Building A Low Impact Roundhouse, which has become a classic text.

 

Patrick Whitefield on the Art of Growing Healthy Plants
Daniel Dobbie |
Monday, 27th May 2013

A second video from Patrick Whitefield giving some useful tips for the permaculture gardener. He talks us through how to make sure plants have enough water, when to add compost and mulch and when not to mulch, and when to water for the higher yields.

He also gives some valuable tips about storing rain water and how to use tap water  when you have to.

 

Patrick Whitefield on the art of watering seedlings and slug prevention
Daniel Dobbie |
Monday, 20th May 2013

The UK weather is always changing. One day it's raining and the next day the sun is shining. These weather conditions have dramatic effects on the garden.

In this video, Patrick Whitefield, permaculture teacher, author and gardener, explains how water and slugs go hand-in-hand.

 

Why make food parks in urban spaces?
Sebastian von Holstein |
Monday, 13th May 2013

Nobody can deny that traditional city parks are beautiful. These are lush, open spaces with trees and ponds providing small glimpses of wildlife amongst the fast paced urban stage. However, we now see ourselves in an age of energy scarcity, where natural, healthy foods are considered a luxury.

 

Building a low impact roundhouse
Rozie Apps |
Monday, 6th May 2013

The current economic climate has made it very difficult for people to afford their own homes, especially young parents. House prices are high as are rent costs and the reliance on oil is also meaning fuel costs, food prices and the daily bills are rising.