Category Archives: permaculture principles

July Gardening Guide – Mediterranean climate

Posted on July 1, 2016 by

The winter solstice has passed already. Jasmine is beginning to flower. Magpies are singing and collecting nesting material. We’re just getting used to winter again, but already see these signs of spring’s approach!

Posted in citrus, Food, herbs, maintenance, permaculture principles, planning, planting, propagating, pruning, seedlings, seeds, soil, trees, weeds, winter

June Gardening Guide – Mediterranean Climate

Posted on May 31, 2016 by

HARVESTING In keeping with recent trends, Adelaide has had a warm May, with the nights especially remaining warmer than usual. Hence warmth has remained in the soil and plants that I might usually have replaced by now have just kept … Continue reading →

Posted in Food, maintenance, permaculture design, permaculture principles, sustainable food, trees, vegetables, winter

Part 2 of “There’s an Apex Predator in my Garden”

Posted on May 25, 2016 by

In Monday’s post I explored the concept that humans are the ‘apex predators’ of the urban landscape and that we can use this privileged status to do environmental good instead of harm – but that to do so, perhaps we need … Continue reading →

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There’s an apex predator in my garden…

Posted on May 23, 2016 by

I presented this concept at City of Marion’s ‘Common Thread‘ sustainability series earlier this month. Today I’ll introduce you to Part One. This is my Mum. Her name is Sally. You might have met her around the traps. She’s usually surrounded by a … Continue reading →

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May Gardening Guide – Mediterranean climate

Posted on May 3, 2016 by

Welcome back, my old friend May, with your drizzling rains and your shorter days! With your soft sun inviting me out to play! Other old friends are back too, like soursobs and thistles – they do no harm, but to … Continue reading →

Posted in autumn, community, events, Food, fruit, hanging out in the garden, maintenance, markets, permaculture design, permaculture principles, planning, planting, sustainable food, vegetables, weeds | 1 Comment

Productive gardens: a permaculture approach

Posted on May 2, 2016 by

This Wednesday evening at Marion Cultural Centre I’ll be presenting “Productive Gardens: a permaculture approach”. What’s T-Rex got to do with it? Come along and find out. It’s a free event, with presentation followed by an interactive segment. Arrive 6.45 … Continue reading →

Posted in community, courses, ethics, events, Food, hanging out in the garden, Local food, permaculture design, permaculture principles, planning, resilient gardening, sustainable food, workshops

April Gardening Guide – Mediterranean climate

Posted on April 4, 2016 by

I find April the mellowest month of the year. The days are short enough now and the sun mild enough to really enjoy soaking up some rays, while there’s still a great range of garden snacks to graze on. While … Continue reading →

Posted in autumn, fruit, hanging out in the garden, Local food, microclimates, permaculture principles, planning, planting, sustainable food, vegetables