by Inês Paler | Set 27, 2021 | Homestead, Permaculture
Today it was the kick-off of the reforestation. Or should I say deforestation? Oddly enough, the first step of making this a fertile land is to remove most of the trees, which are eucalyptus. They are a fire hazard, drinking all the water and preventing other trees...
by Inês Paler | Set 17, 2021 | Homestead, Permaculture
Regenerar 10.000m2 de solo não é fácil, mas é muito estimulante. Entre um casal e duas crianças pequenas, 0 design de Permacultura para este espaço vai crescendo, pouco a pouco. Temos as próximas semanas para implementar a primeira fase: preparar o solo, as valas de...
by Inês Paler | Set 13, 2021 | Homestead, Permaculture
Fase 1: Preparação do solo Floresta: eucaliptos, com tojo, silvas e alguns pinheiros Introdução Este projeto visa regenerar o solo e criar uma floresta produtiva, com benefícios claros para o solo, flora e fauna locais. Nesta fase, vamos concentrar-nos em preparar o...
by Inês Paler | Set 12, 2021 | Homestead, Permaculture
October is gearing up to be a big month for our plot. We will be doing all the necessary earthworks, install swales and lakes, and plant a lot. We are also going to be some home improvements, so we have an efficient way of keeping the house warm throughout the winter...
by Inês Paler | Ago 5, 2021 | Homestead, Permaculture
Herbs can taste and be used so differently and yet look so similar. A pair that often demands a second look to identify is Dill and Fennel. Here is a way to tell them apart. Dill vs Fennel: an overview Dill is a wonder herb. Packed with nutrients, it looks good, it...