Thanks for taking the time to make the videos and share your experiences. I’m amazed at the growth rate of your trees and the diversity you have growing. Interesting that some of the permaculture practices didn’t work for you, I have had a similar experience and now have most interplantings that die back in the summer and fill the spaces with potted plants that benefit from the shade. Awesome abundance you have!
Janet
Thanks Janet,
I think the main problem is trying to mix ultra high density with typical permaculture practices.
I'm thinking it has to do with the rate the nutrients are depleted from the soil with all the fruit production.
I compost but don't have septic so it's not really a closed-loop system.
The main problem i found for me (15miles from the beach) is a lack of airflow.
I have a lot more disease issues this year, but i did get decent crop this year when most people got a poor one. Win some lose some