Hügelkultur

In this session, we'll explore the many advantages of Hügelkultur, a time-tested permaculture technique that builds fertile, resilient garden beds using decaying wood and organic matter. 

We'll cover its key benefits—enhanced soil fertility, superior water retention, and improved soil aeration—along with suitable vegetables, what to avoid, adaptations for sunken beds or existing raised beds (including integration with sheet mulching), and innovative applications like forest fuel reduction for wildfire risk management and capturing runoff in rain gardens.

Hügelkultur is forgiving – start small, experiment and watch your soil improve year after year. It is a powerful way to build resilience in your garden while recycling resources.