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Cedar Lake Food Forest Final design of Cedar Lake Food Forest. The Cedar Lake Food Forest is the larger of the gardens, with constructed footpaths that wander through approximately 5000 square feet. The garden was primarily designed by Samantha Graves, pictured above. It is also on the Leelanau Trail, located in the Leelanau Conservancy’s DeYoung Natural Area. […]

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a drawing of a garden with lots of trees and plants on it's sides

Permaculture Design uses patterns. We create systems that use natural energies, like the remnant forests nearby. Because the forest wastes nothing. And the forest creates no pollution. Naturally, i…

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the layers of a food forest

July 21 ~ Food Forest Design Essentials: Guilds Obtain a yield early. Learn many food plants that you can plant in your orchard to increase its productivity and health. Grow […]

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an apple tree with the words, tips to create thriving backyard food forest

How to establish a successful food forest in your backyard? Follow these tips on how to plan and design your food forest for success. Which food plants and trees should you include? Ideas for your food forest garden. #foodforest #backyard #foodforrestdesign #gardenideas #backyardplants #foodplants

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Understanding the Edible Forest Garden Concept In a world where food security is increasingly volatile, creating an edible forest garden stands out not only as a sustainable choice but a necessary step towards self-reliance. The fundamental idea is to mimic natural ecosystems focusing predominantly on trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals that can feed you and

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Observe and Interact
Catch and Store Energy
Obtain a Yield
Apply Self-Regulation and Accept Feedback
Use and Value Renewable Resources and Services
Produce No Waste
Design from Patterns to Details
Integrate Rather than Segregate
Use Small and Slow Solutions
Use and Value Diversity
Use Edges and Value the Marginal
Creatively Use and Respond to Change

These are the famous 12 principles that I wish I knew from the beginning. From observing nature's patterns to valuing diversity and embracing change, these principles guide us in harmonious living with our environment. Master these principles and transform your space into a green haven. 🌱🌍💚

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