A Garden Chat with Don Titmus. – Greg and Don Titmus start be discussing the importance of naming your farm and then dive deep into permaculture principle number six: the yield of a system is potentially unlimited. They touch upon Don’s synergized version of permaculture principles, emphasizing multi-functional elements in farming.
A Rosie on the House Radio Show Replay. Farmer Greg and Romey Romero discuss essential tips for growing fruit trees. They highlight the optimal time for planting, common mistakes homeowners make—such as planting in gravel or lawns and improper drip irrigation—and advises on best practices
A Garden Chat with Don Titmus. – Greg and Don dive into the Permaculture Principle of ‘making the least change for the greatest possible effect’. The discussion covers various techniques such as composting, leveraging points in the system, and creating sustainable urban gardens.
A Rosie on the House Radio Show Replay. Romey chats with Farmer Greg about the many iterations of composting. urban farming and composting. They discuss Farmer Greg’s journey, his urban farm in central Phoenix, and his involvement in promoting sustainable and regenerative food systems. Emphasis is laid on the critical elements of composting, including the use of woody mulch, leaves, chicken manure, and food scraps.
A Garden Chat with Don Titmus. – In this garden chat, Greg and Don Titmus dive into the Permaculture Principle ‘The problem is the solution,’ using examples like managing excess lemons and wetland areas to illustrate the concept. They also talk about water harvesting techniques, such as swales and curb cuts, and offer solutions for gardening in small spaces, like using tower gardens and partnering with neighbors. The session concludes with an explanation of what a permaculture design course entails and the benefits of taking it in-person. Participants are encouraged to drop questions in the Q&A, and the next month’s topic will be ‘Make the least change for the greatest possible effect or yield.’
A Rosie on the House Radio Show Replay. Romey Romero and Farmer Greg welcome Brad Lancaster, a renowned expert in water harvesting. They discuss Brad’s journey in water harvesting starting from his childhood in Tucson, the practices he developed over the years, and the techniques mentioned in his book. Brad elaborates on practical methods to harvest rainwater efficiently in urban settings, including the creation of basins, curb cuts, and the use of rain gardens. He shares his experiences from global travel, particularly from Zimbabwe and Saudi Arabia, which influenced his work and techniques.
A Garden Chat with ______. – This month Greg from Urban Farm and Don Titmus from Bee Oasis discuss the principle of working with nature rather than against it. They cover various permaculture techniques, such as building soil organically, harvesting rainwater, using polyculture, and incorporating animals for land management. The conversation highlights the importance of seed saving, biological pest control, and the benefits of a permaculture design course. They also share personal experiences and insights on creating sustainable and resilient ecosystems.
A Rosie on the House Radio Show Replay.In this reply episode of ‘Rosie on the House’, Romey Romero and Farmer Greg host special guest Cactus Kelly, a master gardener and foraging educator. We explore foraging native edibles in Arizona, highlighting various plants like Palo Verde beans, mesquite, and Ironwood. Cactus Kelly shares valuable insights on how to harvest, prepare, and consume these native plants, often found in urban environments. We also delve into the uses of weeds, cacti such as prickly pear and barrel cactus, and other native flora. We dive into foraging techniques, the nutritional benefits of these plants, and how they support local ecosystems. The segment aims to educate and encourage sustainable harvesting practices while introducing traditional uses and modern applications of native desert plants.
A Garden Chat with Don Titmus- Join Farmer Greg and Don Titmus, a horticulturist and permaculturist as they reflect on their 20-year friendship and shared journey in permaculture. They outline the fundamental principles of permaculture then introduce the concepts from permaculture of elements, zones and stacking functions, where each element in a design performs multiple roles, using chickens as a primary example. They explore how zones and sectors work in permaculture design, emphasizing the importance of understanding the external elements and how they impact the property.
In this episode of ‘Rosie on the House,’ hosted by Romey Romero, Farmer Greg is joined by Erin Erickson and her mother Elise Pitterle, who run a small urban farm in South Tempe called Tempe Garden Girls. Motivated by food scarcity during the COVID era, they expanded their gardening efforts into a full-fledged urban farm, growing various vegetables, flowers, and maintaining fruit trees and poultry. Greg & Romey chat about their journey, the challenges faced, and the learning process of adapting to Arizona’s unique climate. They also highlight the importance of community, educational outreach, and providing season-appropriate plant starts to help others succeed in urban farming. The episode underscores the critical role of local farmers in creating a sustainable and self-sufficient food system.
