Urban Santa Cruz
Before
Spiral mound and reused concrete raised bed during construction. The spiral mound is another classic permaculture idea because it creates good drainage, and increases microclimates, planting area, and edge.
Another View
You can see Brian's old electric truck in the background. Now we've both got trucks that run on biodiesel.
Spiral Mound After
Raised Bed After
Notice the fig planted against the warm wall.
Living Fence and Raised Bed
Permacultures are designed so that each element performs multiple functions. Here the fruit trees double as a fence. This photo was taken soon after planting.
Living Fence and Raised Beds Later
This photo was taken one year later (the cars are being good, staying in the same places).
