How to Keep Water in the Soil with Bill Wilson

How to Keep Water in the Soil with Bill Wilson

Author: Susan Poizner, OrchardPeople.com January 1, 2025 Duration: 53:27

How can you create a self-watering permaculture garden or orchard? The secret is in the soil! We explore that topic with Bill Wilson of MidwestPermaculture.com in this episode of the Orchard People radio show. 

Learn about Bill's online course here:

https://midwestpermaculture.com/the-heart-of-permaculture/


The host of the Orchard People radio show and podcast is Susan Poizner of the fruit tree care education website www.orchardpeople.com.  


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  • (00:00) - Journey to Texas: A Surprising Landscape
  • (00:52) - Introducing Bill Wilson: Permaculture Expert
  • (01:00) - Permaculture Principles: Water Management
  • (03:20) - Online Permaculture Courses: A New Era
  • (06:35) - Rain Gardens vs. Berms and Swales
  • (08:35) - Small Space Solutions: Urban Permaculture
  • (16:04) - Aquaponics: Integrating Fish and Plants
  • (22:11) - Permaculture Tools: No-Till Farming
  • (24:27) - Permaculture Defined: Sustainable Living
  • (25:42) - Commercials
  • (28:49) - Orchard People Radio Show Part 2 Introduction
  • (29:01) - Interview with Bill Wilson: Passive Watering Systems
  • (29:47) - Gray Water Systems and Passive Irrigation
  • (32:23) - Permaculture Principles and Practices
  • (35:49) - Using Cover Crops and Plants to Make Soil More Absorbant
  • (40:20) - Soil Drenches and Compost Techniques
  • (45:50) - Final Thoughts and Reflections

Imagine stepping into your own backyard and picking a perfect, sun-warmed apple from a tree you nurtured yourself. That tangible connection to the land and the deep satisfaction of growing your own food is at the heart of Orchard People. Hosted by fruit tree care educator Susan Poizner, this podcast digs into the practical and often surprising world of cultivating fruit trees, whether you have a few pots on a balcony or several acres to explore. Each episode feels like a thoughtful conversation with a knowledgeable friend, as Susan and her guests unpack the nuances of pruning for better harvests, managing pests without harsh chemicals, and understanding the life beneath our feet through soil health. You’ll hear from specialists on topics like grafting heirloom varieties, designing resilient food forests, and integrating permaculture principles into any space. It’s more than just tips and tricks; it’s about building confidence and community around sustainable growing. Tune in to this garden-focused podcast for grounded advice that helps both new and experienced growers foster healthier trees and more abundant yields, season after season.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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