Tour Arizona Worm Farm's Food Forest with Zach and learn about permaculture principles that will help you create your own permaculture food forest.
Introduction 00:00
How it started 00:32
List of trees at AZWF 01:06
Harvest time for trees 01:19
Permaculture layers 02:15
Lower level plants 02:49
The importance of microclimates 04:38
Creating diversity 04:55
Fruit Tree Guilds 05:33
Which size tree to plant 06:18
Selecting the right variety for your climate 07:21
Mulberries as a barrier 07:42
Watering the food forest 08:00
Tree placement 08:39
What to plant first 09:16
In simple terms, a permaculture food forest is a garden that imitates the structure and function of a natural forest. It consists of a variety of plants, including fruits, nuts, herbs, and vegetables. The garden is arranged in layers (like a natural forest), with trees, shrubs, ground cover plants, and vines. These plants coexist, support each other’s growth, and establish a harmonious ecosystem.
A food forest not only yields a rich variety of food and resources for you but also creates a beneficial environment for local wildlife.
Learn more: https://growinginthegarden.com/how-to-create-a-permaculture-food-forest/
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