The Permaculture Project

Discover the Art of Soil Science, Companion Planting, and Landscape Techniques to Create an Organic, Self-Sufficient Ecosystem

By: Homesteader Press

Narrated by: Dr. Michelle Carabache

Length: 3 hrs and 39 mins

Publisher's summary

Fresh, organic, delicious, sustainable.…

Permaculture gardening at its best. Permaculture is a holistic approach to living in harmony with nature. When it comes to gardening, it means growing local, fresh, organic produce that supports the environment.

And the underlying ethics of permaculture are centered around how we connect to one another and to our planet–things we can all agree are important in our industrialized, often ostracizing world. Discovering permaculture and incorporating its principles will have you living the sustainable life you’ve always wanted while benefiting the planet at the same time. And the best part? Anyone, regardless of previous experience or skill level, can become a permaculture master in no time. In this guide, you’ll find everything you need to know to get started with your own permaculture garden.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• The life-changing issues our planet currently is facing and how the only answer is permaculture
• The different zones of a permaculture garden and a step-by-step guide on how to plan for each different zone
• All of the essential information you need to be successful, from water management and mulching to companion planting and contouring
• How to be successful with permaculture in an urban setting
• What is biomimicry and how goes hand-in-hand with the ideas behind permaculture
• Hugelkultur beds – what they are, why they are beneficial, and how to build them
• The 12 principles of permaculture and how they apply to each stage of your gardening adventure
• How to store your produce to feed your family organic, homegrown produce year-round
• The ten best ways to make money off the excess bounties from your harvest….
• And so much more!

Step by step, plant by plant, you can have the garden and the life you have always dreamed of. Get ready to take that first step into your new permaculture lifestyle.

©2023 Homesteader Press (P)2023 Homesteader Press

A valuable and FRUITFUL book!

I had no idea what permaculture gardening was when I opened this book, but now I feel like I know enough to get started on the garden and life I want to live! I've never felt particularly inspired to take a holistic approach to living my life in harmony with nature, but the older I get, the more I see this as a vital skill worth pursuing!! I don't have a green thumb, but I think I will give raised-bed gardening a try now. This book gave me all the essential information I need to embark on my gardening adventure! If you are at all interested in discovering how permaculture can help you live a sustainable and healthier life, this book is for you!!!

A Must Recognize

"The Permaculture project” is a great resource for learning how to apply permaculture principles to build an organic and self-sufficient ecosystem. The author gives a thorough introduction to permaculture, including topics like soil science, companion planting, and landscape design. The book also offers suggestions on how to put these ideas into practice in your own farm or garden. Good book!

Learned so much!

The Permaculture Project is a fascinating read that delves into the alarming statistics on malnourishment and the decreasing nutritional value of our food compared to years ago. The author sheds light on various factors that have caused this, including climate change and other environmental issues. What sets this book apart is its practical approach to finding solutions. It offers valuable insights on reducing waste and educating our children, all while highlighting the importance of creating a sustainable future. The book's coverage of garden design and composting is particularly noteworthy, providing readers with comprehensive guidance on everything from soil management to growing their own food. Overall, this book is an exceptional resource for anyone looking to make a positive impact on the environment and their own health.

Soil science and regeneration

The author provided a comprehensive understanding of soil science and its importance in creating a sustainable ecosystem. The strategy provided in this book aims to create a harmonious and regenerative environment that supports food production, energy efficiency, and overall sustainability. This knowledge is essential for successful permaculture practices and organic gardening.

A good source of information for Beginners

The audiobook is an excellent resource for anyone interested in creating a sustainable and self-sufficient ecosystem. The book covers a wide range of topics related to permaculture, including soil science, companion planting, and landscape techniques. The author's writing style is clear and easy to understand, and the book is packed with practical tips and advice for creating an organic and eco-friendly environment. Although the book includes detailed information on how to design and build a permaculture garden, I like the chapter about soil; I learn a lot from this chapter.

In summary, "The Permaculture Project" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to create a sustainable and self-sufficient ecosystem at home. The audio is clear and pleasant to listen to while gardening.

Great starting point.

The book covers a lot of thing necessary to start your personal gardening and permaculture project. Many great tips and instructions on how, where, when, and why. I particularly like the suggestions for (low cost) business/side hustle opportunities using permaculture.

Gardening in harmony with nature

A step by step guide about planting that taught me about plants,
soil testing and gardening. It discusses the 12 principles of planting
and it contains much information and many definitions on the subject.
It encourages us to act on environmentally friendly methods. This
is a good audiobook for someone starting to learn about the benefits
of permaculture.

Great Comprehensive Guide!

As a complete beginner, I found this audiobook informative and beneficial. Before listening to this book, I knew next to nothing about Permaculture, but now I have a firm understanding. The author does a fantastic job of breaking down the chapters to be easy to follow. You can tell that the author put a lot of care and research into the topic.
The narration was clear and, concise, easy to follow. I suggest this book to anyone interested in Permaculture gardening.

Exactly what I needed

My spouse and I have been trying to get into gardening for the last 3 seasons. Everything we have read online appears to be conflicting to the other. We’ve struggled with the gaps in information that just happen to be one of the most critical pieces needed to grow successfully.

This listen is perfect for beginners and really feels like it has everything we need with no gaps to fill. I got my hands on this just in time to attempt our grow journey again this season. This was a very easy to follow guide start to finish. I couldn’t stop taking notes and will definitely be coming back and references pieces of the book. I might just have to track down a hard copy so I can make annotations. Definitely recommend.

Never knew what Permaculture was!

Well I now know what permaculture is after listening to this well formatted and written book. I especially loved the companion planting If more people would adopt this type of strategic gardening the world would be so better. Great listen