A little space. A fresh start.
Grow your first food
A doorstep, a few containers or a small yard. Begin with what you have, even when water and money are tight.
Look at your space today. Where does the sun fall, where is it sheltered, and how much water can you reliably spare? Write that down before choosing what to grow.
Let one idea lead to the next.
Follow these steps, or explore whichever sparks your curiosity. Reading links open articles and collections in the original Living Earth wiki.
- 01
See your space differently
Learn how to work with your surroundings before buying materials.
Introduction to Permaculture in arid regions! ↗ - 02
Choose plants for your water
Explore options, then choose one manageable crop suited to your conditions.
Water-Efficient Plant Selection ↗ - 03
Plan a small growing space
Discover growing approaches and build on one small success at a time.
Garden ↗
Try it. Notice. Share what you learn.
Choose a manageable experiment that fits your water, time and resources. Observe what changes, adapt to your conditions, and share your experience with someone nearby.