Posted on June 28, 2018July 5, 2018 Walking out into the garden one afternoon, we noticed that a corner of one of the beds had be completely chopped up and smeared across the path. The land where the park is used to be a full-grass lawn mowed regularly by Lehigh, and they still mow in […]
Posted on August 22, 2018June 8, 2022 On a visit to a materials dump yard to pick up some logs to build some structures in the park, we noticed something interesting. The dump yard had been completely clear cut, dug up, and destroyed by all the trucks and constructions vehicles, and the area was littered […]
Welcome back. Over the last three weeks we have explored the basics of permaculture, social fragmentation and power dynamics in the context of industrialism, and societal energetics and contradictions. Part 1: Introduction to Permaculture and the SSPP Part 2: Social Fragmentation, Power Dynamics, and Cooperation vs Competition Part 3: Human/Nature Dualism, Contradictions, and the Thermodynamics […]
What is a Swale? A swale is a combination trench and planted mound dug and built along the contours of the land. Swales can be used to create new garden beds or be retrofitted to existing garden beds to boost their functionality and productivity. Why Should We Build Swales? Swales allow the gardens to harvest […]
Lemon Balm, also known as Mint Balm or Common Balm, is a perennial plant in the same family as mint. It is native to the Mediterranean but now grows worldwide. Historical Uses In ancient Greece and Rome, lemon balm was in ointments and drinks (the leaves steeped in wine) to treat wounds. Across Europe, many […]
Our goal is to create a self-sufficient and regulating food source for the expanding southside food desert. Permaculture is a holistic design philosophy that mimics relationships found in nature and has been used for thousands of years to create living, sustainable, regenerative systems. Following the guidelines that permaculture provides, we strive to restore soil, create healthy […]
Posted on June 11, 2018July 17, 2018 We plan to renovate the parking lot on the corner of Summit St. and Montclair Ave. and integrate it into the park. We’ve reimagined this space as a basketball court, playground, or workout space that would be far more usable and valuable to the South Side community. Click […]
Time: 5-20 minutes Crunchy and salty, these kale and dandelion chips are a nutritious substitute for greasy potato chips, satisfying cravings without sacrificing health. So simple and quick, this recipe makes a great after school snack that kids can even make themselves! Ingredients: Instructions: Rinse kale, dandelion, and rocket; shake dry add some arugula for […]
Posted on June 11, 2018July 26, 2018 We want to hear from you! What would you like to see in the South Side Permaculture Park? Please fill out the following form to give us your feedback for future developments of the project: Community Consensus Form
Back to “About” In keeping with the principles and general philosophy of Permaculture, this site is designed like a network. Every element supports multiple functions, every function is supported by multiple elements. Permaculture is a holistic design philosophy rooted in systems science, so in order to get a meaningful understanding of what that means you […]
The South Side Permaculture Park is designed to be an experimental laboratory and learning center for teaching people about permaculture theory and practice, while serving as a model for rebuilding society in a way that is not just sustainable, but regenerative. The techniques in place in the gardens demonstrate low-maintenance, perennial, self-regulating production systems for […]
Welcome back to the Philosophy of the Southside Permaculture park post series. Part 1: Introduction to Permaculture and the SSPP Part 2: Social Fragmentation, Power Dynamics, and Cooperation vs Competition Part 3: Human/Nature Dualism, Contradictions, and the Thermodynamics of Civilization Part 4: Future Projects, Workshops, and Ways to Get Involved (8/15) Last week we discussed […]
Welcome back to the Philosophy of the Southside Permaculture park post series. Part 1: Introduction to Permaculture and the SSPP Part 2: Social Fragmentation, Power Dynamics, and Cooperation vs Competition Part 3: Human/Nature Dualism, Contradictions, and the Thermodynamics of Civilization Part 4: Future Projects, Workshops, and Ways to Get Involved (8/15) Last week we discussed […]
Welcome back to the Philosophy of the Southside Permaculture park post series. Part 1: Introduction to Permaculture and the SSPP Part 2: Social Fragmentation, Power Dynamics, and Cooperation vs Competition Part 3: Human/Nature Dualism, Contradictions, and the Thermodynamics of Civilization Part 4: Future Projects, Workshops, and Ways to Get Involved (8/15) Last week we discussed […]