Food forest

A food forest is an intentionally designed landscape that mimics a natural forest, featuring a diverse array of edible plants such as fruit trees, shrubs, herbs, and ground covers. This layered system creates a sustainable, low-maintenance environment that supports biodiversity, conserves water, and enhances soil health. By combining different plant types in a way that benefits each other, a food forest provides a productive, resilient source of food while requiring less inputs and reducing reliance on external resources. It promotes ecological harmony and local food security through thoughtful design and management.