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01-OCT-2016

Chimampa

Hamilton MT

Utilizing the Permaculture principle of extending edge, we opted to design and install a unique growing bed built on the principles of South American Chinampa beds. Dating back hundreds of years, these Chinampa beds were floating edible gardens built on floating racks of bamboo and topped with rich organic matter. Through capillary action from the water below, the Chinampa beds were able to self irrigate and extend garden production beyond the waters edge. Utilizing boggy, wet land, we formed and constructed beds by laying down decaying Cottonwood logs in an assortment of designs. From there, we topped the logs with straw, leaves, sawdust and other organic matter. The next few years will see the breakdown of the organic matter in making it conducive to commence planting edibles on the beds. At such a time, irrigation will not be required, as the wet ground from below will sub-irrigate the root systems.

Nikon D810 ,Sigma 50-500mm f/4-6.3 EX APO RF
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Paul Milholland12-Oct-2016 04:20
Thanks for the creative agriculture lesson.
John Shen Photography10-Oct-2016 07:13
Very nice.. thanks for explaining.. ecology at it's best! :)
Laura Milholland10-Oct-2016 00:11
What an interesting concept. Thanks for including the explanation - sure makes sense to me.
Bea.08-Oct-2016 23:02
That's the way to go, perfect for growing things naturally.
Ruth Voorhis08-Oct-2016 17:48
Nice clear scene and an interesting description of this clever method, so inventive...
fotabug08-Oct-2016 13:57
Amazing what can be done when we learn to live with nature rather than ruin it..
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