Offers information on turning a personal yard into an edible landscape, including such topics as herb spirals, food forests, raised bed gardens, earthen ovens, uncommon fruits, and outdoor mushrooms.

"In these times of rising food prices and renewed interest in all things local, growing food in cities is becoming the big urban trend. Permaculture in Pots shows you how to get started with whatever space you have available--appealing to those who feel powerless to meet their own subsistence needs through lack of growing space. Month by month we learn what to grow on a balcony or in a container garden, using low impact permaculture principles."--Amazon.com....

Offers information to gardeners of any skill level on how to create permaculture in their own backyard.

Botanist, farmer, and Permaculture designer Orion argues that instead of trying to eradicate invasive species, people should find uses for them and help the ecosystem integrate the new organisms as quickly and smoothly as possible.

"Live the dream and make the most of your land by working with it, not against it. From capturing water and building strong soil to helping your animals live their best lives, this book is all about making your homestead stronger by achieving synergy between its different parts." -- Back cover. "Whether you're just dreaming, working on site selection, or an experienced homesteader, The Sustainable Homestead is the go-to resource to bring permaculture...

Les Jardins de la Grelinette is a micro-farm located in eastern Quebec, just north of the American border. Growing on just 1.5 acres, owners Jean-Martin and Maude-Helène feed more than two hundred families through their thriving CSA and seasonal market stands and supply their signature mesclun salad mix to dozens of local establishments. The secret of their success is the low-tech, high-yield production methods they've developed by focusing on growing...

A guide to the best plants to grow where, garden plans to suit your location, and natural gardening techniques for wildlife-friendly habitats. Lavelle shows how gardeners and wildlife can share the same space without conflict-- and to mutual benefit. The vast majority of garden creatures will not damage plants or be a nuisance, and those that can often make a meal for larger creatures. In showing readers the best plants to grow where, and encouraging...