Here are links to this info:
http://www.richsoil.com/hugelkultur/
http://www.permies.com/forums/f-2/permaculture (search for 'hugelkultur, many discussions)
I dug 3 beds each only about 4'x4' to a depth of ~1.5' and then added lots of wood in, layering it up with dirt.
I used local leaves and pine needles as mulch and then watched the film "Back to Eden", got inspired and added about 2" of wood chip mulch to my entire garden & fruit tree area.
No compost was added to these beds, only logs, leaf mulch layer, than a top woodchip mulch layer.
For one bed I did add purchased organic fertilizer. The other beds I only added my own home-prepared liquid organic fertilizer (another post). All the beds are doing great.
It is the first year my garden in this spot has been a success! Now producing way more squash than several families can eat. Tomatoes and cukes just starting to ripen.
Only planted squash on top of the hugelkultur beds. But did plants some tomatos next to the beds and some tomatos away from the hugelkultur beds. The tomato plants close to the hugelkultur beds are doing much, much better than the other ones just planted in freshly dug clay (with the leaf and woodchip mulch).
Your garden looks great! Looks like you're gardening on a slope. Any trouble with the woodchips washing away?
ReplyDeleteI will be building a new garden area soon (on a slope). I was really excited about "Back to Eden" and then I read more about hugelkulture. So I'm really interested in how your "blended concept" garden works out. LOL
1st year with wood chips and rains don't start till winter, but even with bare clay erosion has not been a problem, so I'm sure the wood chips won't wash away.
ReplyDeleteWhat is hugelkultur??
ReplyDeleteWaterproof Economy Tarpaulin are available at Low price. Visit us Buy Tarpaulins Now to get ideal Budget Tarpaulin for Your Requirements.
ReplyDeleteThis is very unique blog. I really appreciate of this blog. Thanks for sharing this types of blogs. So then good and keep it up sir. Clear Tarpaulin
ReplyDeleteYour natural charisma captivates everyone you meet, leaving a lasting impression. Your resilience in the face of challenges is nothing short of remarkable, inspiring strength in others. lightweight tarpaulins Your optimism shines through, offering a ray of hope even on the cloudiest days.
ReplyDeleteI appreciate the balance you've maintained between providing detailed information and keeping the content accessible. Well done! Green Tarpaulins
ReplyDelete