What are the Benefits of a Permaculture Garden?

A permaculture garden can essentially take care of itself. A combination of edible plants, wildlife habitats, and native landscaping along with organic gardening practices helps create a low-maintenance, productive environment. This self-sustaining garden serves many functions and provides numerous benefits. Permaculture gardens are designed for ease of use. They are not overly large and all available space is utilized. Raised beds, which are easily accessible on all sides, are commonly seen in permaculture garden design. Keyhole gardens are also popular, with beds taking on a circular or horseshoe shape. All areas within the keyhole garden are easily accessed from the center, or keyhole. In addition to ease of use, a permaculture garden can be both productive and relaxing. Within a permaculture garden are multiple edible plants. Various fruits and vegetables are grown, which produce an abundant supply of food crops. An assortment of herbs can be found growing in the permaculture ...  more