Step-by-Step FOOD FOREST DESIGN for a Tiny House: NZ / 2023

In this video I'll break down the entire design process of a recently installed Food Forest for a Tiny House, offering valuable insights and practical tips that you can apply to your own permaculture or food forest projects.

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Section List:

Site Context: Discover the unique features and challenges of the site, exploring how we leverage its natural elements to maximize the Food Forest's potential.

Permaculture Zones: Gain a deeper understanding of the concept of zones and witness how we strategically organize our design to optimize efficiency and productivity.

Solar Aspect: Uncover the secrets of harnessing solar energy for the benefit of your Food Forest, ensuring proper sunlight exposure and warmth for your plants.

Wind: Learn how we utilize wind patterns to our advantage, creating windbreaks and designing microclimates within the Food Forest.

Stacking Design Patterns: Explore the art of stacking functions and elements within the Food Forest, maximizing space utilization and promoting a harmonious ecosystem.

Planting Patterns: Delve into the intricacies of planting patterns, as we carefully select and arrange plants to create a diverse and resilient Food Forest ecosystem.

Access Paths: Follow our footsteps as we demonstrate the importance of designing efficient and accessible paths throughout the Food Forest, making maintenance and harvesting a breeze.

Fast-Growing Shelter: Discover our secret to establishing fast-growing shelter for your Food Forest, creating protection and privacy while ensuring rapid growth and establishment.

Sun Traps: Witness the creation of sun traps within the Food Forest, optimizing warmth and light distribution to support the growth of various plant species.

Working on-Contour: Learn the art of designing on-contour, utilizing the natural shape of the land to capture and retain water, organic material & nutrients within the Food Forest.

Rainwater Overflow: Utliize rainwater overflow within the Food Forest, minimizing waste and maximizing water utilization.

Permaculture Design Overview: Gain a comprehensive overview of the principles we've applied in this unique context.

Chop + Drop Edges: Incorporate edges of particular chop & drop species along the access paths to promote easy management of the building fertility and soil health (syntropic agroforestry)

Scale and Efficiency: Discover how we optimize scale and efficiency within the Food Forest, ensuring a bountiful harvest and minimal maintenance requirements.

Species Selection: Delve into the thought process behind species selection, as we carefully curate a diverse range of plants that thrive in the New Zealand climate.

Phase 2: Spring Intervention: Experience the transformation from a blank slate to a completed design, as we illustrate the importance of ongoing care and intervention in the spring season.

Join us on this educational and inspiring journey, as we explore the patterns of designing and establishing a Food Forest using permaculture & syntropic agroforestry principles. Whether you're a passionate permaculturist or simply intrigued by sustainable living, this video is a must-watch for anyone seeking to create a thriving ecosystem that harmoniously integrates with a Tiny House lifestyle.

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