permaculture design principles

Permaculture design principles are a set of guidelines that promote working with nature to create sustainable, productive, and resilient systems. They emphasize observing natural patterns, minimizing waste, and integrating diverse plants and animals to support each other. By designing landscapes that mimic natural ecosystems, permaculture aims to conserve resources, improve soil health, and foster harmony between people and the environment. Key principles include caring for the land, sharing surplus, and making efficient use of resources, ultimately creating self-sustaining systems that require less external input and provide long-term benefits.