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How to Garden SIMPLY this year - Nicky Schauder
26th February 2025 • Motherhood Simplified • Krista Lockwood
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Ever dreamed of growing your own food but feel totally overwhelmed by where to start? You don’t need a huge backyard, tons of free time, or a green thumb to make it happen! In this episode, I’m talking with Nikki Schauderabout permaculture gardening—a simple, sustainable way to grow food that actually gets easier over time.

We’re diving into:

What permaculture really means (spoiler: it’s just smart, low-maintenance gardening!)

Why gardening can simplify your life instead of adding more to your plate

How to start small—even if you don’t have a yard! Nicky and her family didn't!

The best beginner-friendly crops (so you actually enjoy your harvest)

How permaculture makes gardening easier year after year

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📖 Join the Grow-It-Yourself (GIY) Program – Get step-by-step guidance, expert mentorship, and a supportive gardening community

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🎧 Listen Now and start your journey toward a low-maintenance, homegrown food system today!

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