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Tenth Acre Farm – Permaculture for the Suburbs

Ready to grow your own food in the suburbs?

Learn how to turn your suburban yard into a thriving food garden using regenerative gardening and permaculture techniques.

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Living Soil: How Soil Microbes Support Plant Health

Healthy plants don’t grow alone. Learn how living soil supports plant health through soil microbes, compost, mulch, and living roots—and how to build healthier, more resilient soil in your own garden.

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Why Monocultures Fail and Biodiverse Gardens Thrive

A monoculture may look tidy, but it concentrates risk. Here’s how biodiverse gardens build healthier soil, support natural pest control, handle drought and excess water better, and create a more resilient garden ecosystem.

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What Do You See? How to Use the Power of Observation in Permaculture Site Design

Observation is an essential first step in permaculture site design. Learn how to use this powerful tool for blending your goals with your land’s ecology.

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The Suburban Micro-Farm

Modern Solutions for Busy People

Yield abundant harvests from your own yard!

Turn your garden dreams into reality with this book about reclaiming the lawn and growing a stress-free garden using permaculture techniques.

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Check out Amy's award-winning book, distributed by Chelsea Green Publishing!

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