The 12 Principles of Permaculture: Creating Sustainable and Self-Sufficient Gardens

🌱The first principle of permaculture is to observe and interact. Take the time to understand the patterns and rhythms of your garden and make adjustments accordingly.

♻️The fourth principle is to apply self-regulation and accept feedback. Take responsibility for your garden and learn from your mistakes to create a more sustainable and productive environment.

💧The fifth principle is to use and value renewable resources and services. Capture and store energy, such as rainwater, and consider the value of ecosystem services in your garden.

🌸The eighth principle is to integrate rather than segregate. Find ways to combine different elements in your garden and create a cohesive and efficient system.

🐝The ninth principle is to use small and slow solutions. Start small and gradually build up your garden, using gentle and low-impact techniques such as no-dig gardening.

What is permaculture?

—Permaculture is a design approach that seeks to create sustainable and self-sufficient systems by mimicking the patterns and relationships found in natural ecosystems.

Who started permaculture?

—Permaculture was started around the 1970s by Australians David Holmgren and Bill Mollison.

Are the 12 principles of permaculture only applicable to gardens?

—No, the 12 principles of permaculture can be applied universally. They can be used in designing gardens, farms, and even entire neighborhoods.

How can permaculture principles help create more efficient and resilient gardens?

—Permaculture principles help create gardens that are more efficient and resilient by promoting systems that capture and store energy, use renewable resources, and integrate different elements to create a cohesive and productive environment.

Is permaculture a set of rules?

—No, permaculture is not a set of rules. It is a design approach that provides a set of principles that can be universally applied and adapted to different contexts.

00:00Introduction to permaculture and its benefits for gardens

00:01Overview of the 12 principles of permaculture

00:02The first principle: observe and interact

00:03The fourth principle: apply self-regulation and accept feedback

00:04The fifth principle: use and value renewable resources and services

00:05The eighth principle: integrate rather than segregate

00:06The ninth principle: use small and slow solutions

00:07Conclusion and the importance of permaculture principles