Hugel beds

An in-depth talk about what hugelkultur beds are and why you need them in your permaculture efforts.

Hugelkultur raised beds are like no other! They hold moisture, build fertility and maximize surface volume so you get double the yield when harvest comes.

Hugelkultur, a raised bed gardening method that mimics Mother Nature, is gaining in popularity as a low-maintenance solution for problem soil and terrain.

There are so many ways to build a hugelkultur bed. How do you know which hugelkultur variation is right for you? Here is what you need to know.

There are so many ways to build a hugelkultur bed. How do you know which hugelkultur variation is right for you? Here is what you need to know.

A hugel bed (also known as hugelkultur) is basically a garden bed filled with logs. In theory, the logs will absorb rainwater like a sponge, allowing for less frequent watering of the bed. As the l…

Hugelkultur gardens eliminate the need for tilling, fertilizing, watering, and bending over to tend your plants. Learn how to start your own hugelkultur.

Collect a pile of old timbers fallen branches or old tree stumps. Turf an area of grass approximately 6 foot by 9 foot. Put turf to one side. Place the largest of the timbers in the center of the area.

Hugel beds, also known as hugelkultur beds, are an innovative gardening technique that's gaining popularity for its ability to improve soil fertility, conserve water, and increase plant productivity. One variation of these beds, recommended by renowned permaculturist Sepp Holzer, is the steep hugel bed. In this article, we'll explore what…

I have added quite a few “official” hugelkulturs to my orchard, butterfly garden, rain garden and pond area. But in the regular annual vegetable growing part of the garden I have tried doing some m…