Pigeon pea (Cajanus cajan) is a fast-growing, nitrogen-fixing shrub that thrives in poor soil conditions while providing multiple benefits to the garden. Whether you’re looking...
Pigeon Pea: A Versatile Permaculture Powerhouse
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10 Perennial Edible Climbing Vines for productive gardens
Edible Climbing Vines help maximize growing space and double the amount of food in each garden bed or container. One thing that I think is so underrated is the ability to grow...
Lemon Balm
Plant of The Month Lemon Balm (Melissa officinalis) is a perennial herb with fragrant lemon-scented leaves. Lemon balm is part of the Mint family and is known for having...
NZ Spinach / Warrigal Greens
Plant of The Month NZ Spinach (Tetragonia tetragonioides) also known in Australia as Warrigal greens is a perennial green with beautiful lush leaves. Although not part of the...
Ginger
Plant of The Month Ginger (Zingerber officinale) is a perennial herb with beautiful lush leaves and produces edible rhizomes that are both flavour-enhancing and medicinal. Ginger...
Beginners Guide to Edible Perennial Plants
Perennial plants are an investment in your future food production. Perennials grow back each year and provide long-term sustainable harvests.