Guides

Permaculture and food forest guides

Short, concrete pieces about what actually works in the ground, from permaculture design to companion planting. No jargon, and the reason behind every choice.

• Permaculture: what it is and how to start on your landWhat permaculture is, its principles, and how to apply it step by step on real land — zones, layers and the first plants to get into the ground.Read the guide
• When and how to harvest carob: the picking guideCarob is harvested in August and September, before the first rains, when the pod turns dark brown, almost black. A practical guide with dates, yields, prices and the mistake that stops a carob tree from fruiting.Read the guide
• Companion and antagonistic plants: a practical tableWhich plants grow well together and which hold each other back. A companion planting table with the reason behind every pairing.Read the guide