An interview with Christine about their permaculture homestead in central Virginia shows the connection Reed and Christine have with the land and permaculture principles: observing natural conditions (like water flow, sun, wind, and wildlife), and designing in a way that protects and mimics those systems.
“Permaculture suggests dividing a property into “zones” based on how often you’ll frequent each area. Most people usually stick close to their dwellings, so gardens will get more attention if they’re in that zone one or two. Gyovai and Muehlman cultivate a kitchen garden for veggies, intentionally sited very close to their house. “They are largely keyhole-shaped beds designed to maximize growing areas and minimize pathways,” says Gyovai, adding that the compost pile is also in zone one, right next to the kitchen garden. “It’s easy to run outside and pop things in the compost. That fosters energy cycling and recycling.”
Read the whole article by Erika Howsare here.
