Creating the Permagarden

Observe Nature Keep it Local Control Water

Dig Deep Plant DiagonallyRotate

In the beginning – observe and ask

Clear the space

Loosen the surface to draw a plan all can agree upon

Create the water capturing berm

Plant the berm with edible perennials

The first dig of the double dig

Level the bed

Pull the topsoil toward you

The second dig

Break up the compacted layer

to allow water and air to flow

Share the effort

Add ash, char and manure to the surface

Mix and smooth

Plant Hexagonally

Permagardens for Family Food and Nutritional Security

Control, Accomplishment and Hope for the Future