A chat with Paul Wheaton on Rocket Mass Heaters
In this episode, Paul Wheaton joins us to discuss rocket mass heaters. The rocket mass heater concept is a very
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permaculture
Permaculture For The Rest Of Us ~ Author Interview
If you’ve read books on permaculture only to be overwhelmed, confused, and discouraged, then Permaculture For The Rest of Us
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American Elderberry, it’s Uses and Culture
Sambucus, commonly known as the Elderberry, is a deciduous shrub that flourishes in temperate and subtropical regions. Here in the
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The Book of Pears: The Definitive History and Guide to Over 500 Varieties ~ Review
Every once in a while there is a book published that you just know you have to have possession of.
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Sea-Buckthorn ~ Plant Profile
Sea-Buckthorn Hippophae rhamnoides Other Names: Seaberry, Sandthorn, Sallowthorn, Siberian Pineapple Hardiness Zone 3-6 Seed Available Here Sea-buckthorn is a deciduous
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3 Productive Homestead Recyclers
One thing that separates a productive homestead from an expensive hobby farm is the homesteader’s ability to close waste loops
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Comfrey, It’s Culture and Uses
Comfrey (Symphytum officinale) is a perennial herb that is in the borage family. It is native to Europe and is
Read moreThe Siberian Peashrub, A Useful Homestead Perennial (Plant Profile)
Caragana arborescens, which is commonly known as the Siberian Peashrub, is a plant with huge potential for homestead and permaculture
Read moreThe Nourishing Homestead: One Back-to-the-Land Family's Plan for Cultivating Soil, Skills, and Spirit
The Nourishing Homestead: One Back-to-the-Land Family’s Plan for Cultivating Soil, Skills, and Spirit Softcover, 352 pages There is no other
Read moreIntegrated Forest Gardening, a review
After reading several very good books on basic permaculture theory, I have been looking for something that goes a little
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