Welcome Beneficial Bugs: Don’t Be Bugged by Nature’s Helpers
Instead, learn the power of bugs in your garden. Beneficial insects and beneficial bugs play a vital role in the health and biodiversity of your garden. Gardening with a permaculture sensibility isn’t just about cultivating plants; it’s about understanding and nurturing a thriving ecosystem. Unfortunately, the practices of conventional agriculture and monocropping have had detrimental […]
Texas Permaculture Gardening and Food Forestry Tips for January
In Texas Permaculture Gardens, we never really go fully dormant. There’s always something to do in your garden or food forest to help keep things an a good trajectory. One of the core philosophies on the care and maintenance of gardens at Symbiosis is that all the activities that need to be done to keep […]
What You Need To Know On Soil Amendment For Ultimate Success
Few elements are as critical to gardening success as soil amendments. “Don’t forget your fertilizer” is a great start, however, we can do more for our gardens than simply adding fertilizer. Let’s consider the elements that can help feed and develop your soil! Consider these qualities of a good amendment program for ultimate long term […]