What Is Permaculture?

Permaculture (permanent and agriculture) is the conscious design and maintenance of agriculturally productive ecosystems which have the diversity, stability, and resilience of natural ecosystems. 


It is the harmonious integration of landscape and people — providing food, energy, shelter, and other material and non-material needs in a sustainable way. 

Restoration and Cultivation

Salt Hay Design, part of Salt Hay Home Services, creates beautiful, multi-use, food-producing, perennial landscapes, from residential yards and small businesses to public spaces. We focus on native species restoration, biodiverse garden spaces, companion-planting guilds, and pollinator habitats. 


We specialize in gardens that require minimal maintenance and balance intensive food production with ecological and aesthetic considerations.

Consultation, Education, Design, Installation, Maintenance

Call us today for:

  • Consultation, one time or ongoing
  • Education, workshops and classes
  • Design, installation, and maintenance of your property

The Ethics of permaculture:

  1. Earth Care. Respecting and nurturing all living and non-living things that share this earth.
  2. People Care. Love, care and respect for self, neighbor and community
  3. Fair Share. Share or return surplus to earth or people