Author: Joshua Reynolds

Josh Reynolds is a premier permaculture designer in Southeast Texas. He specializes in designing and creating landscapes that are edible, ecological and that follow the permaculture philosophy. His company is Texas Edible Landscapes, visit our website to learn more.
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New Design Software!

Texas Edible Landscapes is proud to announce a new look to our designs! We have always created designs to scale, presented on 24″x36″ architectural paper, a digital rendering of the same design as well as a PowerPoint presentation detailing the finer points of the design. This will all remain the same, but the designs now utilize a CAD format that are much easier to read as well as the ability to produce beautiful, life-like 3D designs if desired!

See photos below for a sneak peak of the new views! I’ll update this page as this design progresses!

Here’s a link to one of my favorite designs so far – completed with this 3D Design Software. Check it out.

CAD scale design
Life-like 3D View
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Mugwort

Mugwort in the edible landscape

This is post 13 of 13 in the series “All About Herbs”

In this series we will be discussing herbs and their amazing uses, benefits to both humans and the ecosystem, how to grow them and how to use them. If you are unfamiliar with the wonderful world of herbs, please subscribe and you’ll be sure to get every update!

  1. All About Herbs
  2. An Introduction to Herbal Actions
  3. Garlic, The Superb Herb
  4. Ginger
  5. Lavender
  6. Oregano
  7. Plantain
  8. Echinacea
  9. Parsley
  10. Tarragon
  11. Moringa
  12. Comfrey
  13. Mugwort

Mugwort – A Magical Herb with Many Uses!

Mugwort is an herb with an ancient past.  Anglo-Saxon tribes believed this was one of 9 sacred herbs given to us by the gods.  It was used as a flavoring for beer long before the tradition of using hops.  It was considered magical, protecting weary travelers against exhaustion.  In fact, Romans planted it along roadsides for this reason.  It was also used by travelers to put in their shoes to relieve aching feet.

John the Baptist was said to have worn a girdle of mugwort when he went out to the wilderness.

Continue reading “Mugwort”

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Comfrey

Comfrey in Edible Landscape Design

This is post 12 of 13 in the series “All About Herbs”

In this series we will be discussing herbs and their amazing uses, benefits to both humans and the ecosystem, how to grow them and how to use them. If you are unfamiliar with the wonderful world of herbs, please subscribe and you’ll be sure to get every update!

  1. All About Herbs
  2. An Introduction to Herbal Actions
  3. Garlic, The Superb Herb
  4. Ginger
  5. Lavender
  6. Oregano
  7. Plantain
  8. Echinacea
  9. Parsley
  10. Tarragon
  11. Moringa
  12. Comfrey
  13. Mugwort

Comfrey – A Most Useful Plant in Edible Landscapes!

Even though comfrey is not edible, it is still considered one of the most useful plants in an edible landscape.  It has the ability to gather nutrients from deep within the soil, bring it to the surface and make it bio-available for surrounding plants; it is a come and cut again crop, producing up to 4 harvests per year and can be used in medicine and for mulch.  Comfrey is the ultimate permaculture plant! Continue reading “Comfrey”

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Moringa

Edible Landscape Design

This is post 11 of 13 in the series “All About Herbs”

In this series we will be discussing herbs and their amazing uses, benefits to both humans and the ecosystem, how to grow them and how to use them. If you are unfamiliar with the wonderful world of herbs, please subscribe and you’ll be sure to get every update!

  1. All About Herbs
  2. An Introduction to Herbal Actions
  3. Garlic, The Superb Herb
  4. Ginger
  5. Lavender
  6. Oregano
  7. Plantain
  8. Echinacea
  9. Parsley
  10. Tarragon
  11. Moringa
  12. Comfrey
  13. Mugwort

Intro

Moringa is an age old plant with many benefits and many nicknames, one of which is The Tree of Life!  This is NOT an herb so you may wonder why I am including this in my series, All About Herbs.  Well, I am going to treat this as an herb because of the way we use this tree and the benefits it has in the garden and to humans. Continue reading “Moringa”

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Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

gardening by the moon for an edible landscape

This is post 10 of 10 in the series “Gardening by the Moon”

This series is designed around southern gardeners, specifically USDA Zones 8 & 9. In this series, we’ll talk about what can be done in the garden each month and on what days we should be doing what tasks according to the moon.

  1. Gardening by the Moon – November 3, 2017
  2. Gardening by the Moon – November 8, 2017
  3. Gardening by the Moon – End of Year Wrap Up
  4. Gardening By The Moon – 2018
  5. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 12, 2018
  6. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018
  7. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018
  8. Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018
  9. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018
  10. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

Welcome to a new episode of planting by the moon! 

What does the moon have to do with my edible landscape?  Why should I care?  Is it really all that much better?  One of the principles of permaculture is “obtain a yield” and we will obtain a bigger yield, thereby enabling us to “return the surplus” much more.  For more on permaculture principles, click here.

The Phases of the Moon

The moon has four phases or quarters lasting about seven days each.The first two quarters are during the waxing or increasing light, between the new and the full moon. The third and fourth quarters are after the full moon when the light is waning, or decreasing.

Continue reading “Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018”

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Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018

This is post 9 of 10 in the series “Gardening by the Moon”

This series is designed around southern gardeners, specifically USDA Zones 8 & 9. In this series, we’ll talk about what can be done in the garden each month and on what days we should be doing what tasks according to the moon.

  1. Gardening by the Moon – November 3, 2017
  2. Gardening by the Moon – November 8, 2017
  3. Gardening by the Moon – End of Year Wrap Up
  4. Gardening By The Moon – 2018
  5. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 12, 2018
  6. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018
  7. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018
  8. Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018
  9. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018
  10. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

Welcome to a new episode of planting by the moon! 

What does the moon have to do with my edible landscape?  Why should I care?  Is it really all that much better?  One of the principles of permaculture is “obtain a yield” and we will obtain a bigger yield, thereby enabling us to “return the surplus” much more.  For more on permaculture principles, click here.

The Phases of the Moon

The moon has four phases or quarters lasting about seven days each.The first two quarters are during the waxing or increasing light, between the new and the full moon. The third and fourth quarters are after the full moon when the light is waning, or decreasing.

Continue reading “Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018”

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Tarragon

This is post 10 of 13 in the series “All About Herbs”

In this series we will be discussing herbs and their amazing uses, benefits to both humans and the ecosystem, how to grow them and how to use them. If you are unfamiliar with the wonderful world of herbs, please subscribe and you’ll be sure to get every update!

  1. All About Herbs
  2. An Introduction to Herbal Actions
  3. Garlic, The Superb Herb
  4. Ginger
  5. Lavender
  6. Oregano
  7. Plantain
  8. Echinacea
  9. Parsley
  10. Tarragon
  11. Moringa
  12. Comfrey
  13. Mugwort

Intro

Artemisia dracunculus (little dragon), commonly known as tarragon, is one of the most expensive herbs one can buy and is the most widely used herb in French cooking.  It is native to Russia, Eurasia and China.  It is now spread widely across Europe and North America.  It has been used for medicinal purposes over 600 years.  Introduced to Italy during the 10th century by the Mongolians, it was used as a sleep aid, breath freshener and as a culinary seasoning.   Continue reading “Tarragon”

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Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018

This is post 8 of 10 in the series “Gardening by the Moon”

This series is designed around southern gardeners, specifically USDA Zones 8 & 9. In this series, we’ll talk about what can be done in the garden each month and on what days we should be doing what tasks according to the moon.

  1. Gardening by the Moon – November 3, 2017
  2. Gardening by the Moon – November 8, 2017
  3. Gardening by the Moon – End of Year Wrap Up
  4. Gardening By The Moon – 2018
  5. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 12, 2018
  6. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018
  7. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018
  8. Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018
  9. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018
  10. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

Welcome to a new episode of planting by the moon! 

What does the moon have to do with my edible landscape?  Why should I care?  Is it really all that much better?  One of the principles of permaculture is “obtain a yield” and we will obtain a bigger yield, thereby enabling us to “return the surplus” much more.  For more on permaculture principles, click here. Continue reading “Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018”

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Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018

Edible Landscape Design

This is post 7 of 10 in the series “Gardening by the Moon”

This series is designed around southern gardeners, specifically USDA Zones 8 & 9. In this series, we’ll talk about what can be done in the garden each month and on what days we should be doing what tasks according to the moon.

  1. Gardening by the Moon – November 3, 2017
  2. Gardening by the Moon – November 8, 2017
  3. Gardening by the Moon – End of Year Wrap Up
  4. Gardening By The Moon – 2018
  5. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 12, 2018
  6. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018
  7. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018
  8. Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018
  9. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018
  10. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

Welcome to a new episode of planting by the moon! 

What does the moon have to do with my edible landscape?  Why should I care?  Is it really all that much better?  One of the principles of permaculture is “obtain a yield” and we will obtain a bigger yield, thereby enabling us to “return the surplus” much more.  For more on permaculture principles, click here.

The Phases of the Moon

The moon has four phases or quarters lasting about seven days each.The first two quarters are during the waxing or increasing light, between the new and the full moon. The third and fourth quarters are after the full moon when the light is waning, or decreasing.

Continue reading “Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018”

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Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018

This is post 6 of 10 in the series “Gardening by the Moon”

This series is designed around southern gardeners, specifically USDA Zones 8 & 9. In this series, we’ll talk about what can be done in the garden each month and on what days we should be doing what tasks according to the moon.

  1. Gardening by the Moon – November 3, 2017
  2. Gardening by the Moon – November 8, 2017
  3. Gardening by the Moon – End of Year Wrap Up
  4. Gardening By The Moon – 2018
  5. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 12, 2018
  6. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018
  7. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 16, 2018
  8. Planting by the Moon in the Edible Landscape – April 20, 2018
  9. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 27, 2018
  10. Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 30, 2018

Welcome to a new episode of planting by the moon! 

What does the moon have to do with my edible landscape?  Why should I care?  Is it really all that much better?  One of the principles of permaculture is “obtain a yield” and we will obtain a bigger yield, thereby enabling us to “return the surplus” much more.  For more on permaculture principles, click here.

The Phases of the Moon

The moon has four phases or quarters lasting about seven days each.The first two quarters are during the waxing or increasing light, between the new and the full moon. The third and fourth quarters are after the full moon when the light is waning, or decreasing.

Continue reading “Moon Planting in the Edible Landscape – April 14, 2018”

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