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How small can a food forest be?

November 18, 2011

Ever wondered how small a food forest can be? Well here’s a particularly little one:

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We help you create edible ecosystems, providing for human needs while caring for the planet and its marvellous creatures. Also here @veg_wicking_beds

It's garden tour time! We're thrilled to show you

It's garden tour time! We're thrilled to show you around our latest project in Caulfield South! Get ready to follow along as we share its exciting journey and transformation. 🌱🌼

Here's what we've been up to:

● Removed some existing vegetation to create more space.
● Widened the driveway and refreshed it with new bricks.
● Installed stylish curved steel edging and retaining walls.
● Laid bluestone stepping stones for the new access gate (coming soon!).
● Planted a variety of delicious native plants, including midgem berries, muntries, atherton raspberry, finger lime, river mint, pig face, and more! 🍇🍃
● Installed a wi-fi controlled drip irrigation system for low-maintenance watering.

Thinking of giving your front yard or backyard a makeover? At Very Edible Gardens, we're passionate about designing beautiful, functional, and productive gardens that nourish both your soul and your belly. 🍽️🌻

Let's chat about transforming your space into your own little slice of edible paradise! Contact us today through our website. www.veryediblegardens.com.au

#GardenTour #PermacultureDesign #EdibleGardenDesign #EdibleLandscaping #Landscaping #Bushfoods #MelbourneGardens #VeryEdibleGardens

🌿🛠️ Throwback to a special project in West

🌿🛠️ Throwback to a special project in West Brunswick where we custom-fit some cypress garden beds to an existing deck. We reshaped part of the stairs and matched those existing mitre angles for a snug, natural fit. Swipe to see the transformation and how it looked before!

These beds were the non-wicking type, designed for hardy natives, but they still got the VEG touch with some high-quality liner to ensure longevity and protect the timber.

We love bringing these unique, high-quality cypress creations to life! Have an outdoor space in need of a makeover? We're here to tailor garden beds with a variety of seating and capping options. What does your dream garden look like? Let's chat! 🌺🌻

#CustomGardenBeds #Melbourne #VeryEdibleGardens

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December's here, and Melbourne's gardens are soaki

December's here, and Melbourne's gardens are soaking up the wet start to summer. If you’ve managed to get most of your summer crops in early, then you’re hopefully being rewarded with some lush growth.

Deciding whether to sow or plant? It's all about your garden's microclimates and your own circumstances. While it's getting a bit late for sowing tomatoes from seed, there's still time to start with seedlings. And if you've already got cucumbers and zucchinis in the ground, consider a second planting to keep the harvest going strong later into the season.. 🥒🌼 🍅

Remember, every garden is unique, so tailor your approach to what works best for you. And don't forget to check out our website for more juicy gardening tips and tricks!

#PlantingGuide #PlantingGuideDecember #GardenGuide #GardenGuideDecember #DecemberInTheGarden #MelbourneGardens #GardenTips #ThisMonthInTheGarden #VeryEdibleGardens

Talk about an egg-citing relocation project! 🚚🐔 Back in April 2023, we crafted a custom chook system for six sociable Isa Browns at Jennings Street School in Laverton. However, life's twists and turns and a building redevelopment prompted a move to a new slice of green on the school's grounds.

The "girls" didn't skip a beat in their new home, churning out five eggs on day one – proving nothing beats a fresh start on some green grass.

Handmade with care in Brunswick, our chook houses use sturdy, ethically sourced Cypress, ensuring your brood lives luxuriously. Designed with chicken welfare in mind: from the mesh floors (say goodbye to manure troubles!) to the double egg boxes and weatherproof colorbond roof. We even customize the door placement for your convenience. Paired with our fox-proof straw yards, it's a top-notch setup that's as low-maintenance as it is secure.

Production of our chook systems is on hold momentarily, however, the gears are set to turn again in the new year. Get in touch and request a quote today. 🏡🥚

#HappyHensHappyLife
#ChickensOfInstagram
#FoxProofChookYard
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A sneak peak at one of our recent edible gardens.

A sneak peak at one of our recent edible gardens. It's practical, abundant, tasty, fragrant and a lot more interesting than synthetic grass and magnolias.

#edibleforestgardens #foodforest #ediblelandscaping #veryediblegardens

The community food forest at Warr Park in Brunswic

The community food forest at Warr Park in Brunswick is looking great! If you're in the area, have a stroll through and check out Adam's design skills flourishing into an established multi layered edible garden.

#warrparkfoodforest #brunswickneighbourhoodhouse #merribekcitycouncil #veryediblegardens

Summer's knocking at the door, and Melbourne's gar

Summer's knocking at the door, and Melbourne's gardens are wide awake and buzzing! Time to get outdoors and harvest those broad beans, silverbeet, lettuce, and other edibles thriving in the milder spring temps. When you're planting out, give those new seedlings a boost with compost and worm castings. Mulch is your friend but keep it a little bit away from seeds and new seedlings to deter slaters and other critters who like to hide. Still having trouble? Consider a classic beer trap or if the snails are really getting you down, seize a dewy night to reduce the population manually.

Now is also a key time to make sure your summer watering systems, like wicking beds or irrigation, are in tip top shape and ready to roll.

Visit our website for more guides and gardening tips.

#whattoplant #plantingguide #plantingguidenovember #gradenguide #gardenguidenovember #thismonthinthegarden #november

It’s about to heat up!! Join Adam from Very Edib

It’s about to heat up!! Join Adam from Very Edible Gardens for a sizzlin' session on using trees and vines to cool down your home and save on those energy bills! 🏡💰

We're diving into sun, shade, and all things urban heat island effect. Transform your backyard into the ultimate cool zone, Melbourne peeps, this one's for you! 😎🌿

📆 Mark your calendar, the 1st of Nov 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, and don't forget to book your spot—It’s FREE but places are limited so book a spot today! Note: This is a Melbourne only event.

Big shoutout to City of Stonnington for hosting this My Smart Garden event on the Country of the Wurundjeri, Bunerong and Boon Wurung peoples of the Kulin nation. Respect to the First Nations for being the OG sustainable gardeners. 🌱

Visit www.veryediblegardens.com for all the info.

#CoolYourHome #GardenHacks #MelbourneGardening #CityofStonnington #MySmartGarden #Sustainability #BookNow

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