Permaculture Growers Co-op: Small Farms Feeding Bloomington

Black Velvet Gooseberry: Slightly taller plant, with fewer but larger thorns. Berries ripen to a very dark bluish-purple. Slight blueberry-like flavor when fully ripe.
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Black Velvet Gooseberry: Slightly taller plant, with fewer but larger thorns. Berries ripen to a very dark bluish-purple. Slight blueberry-like ... more

Black Velvet Gooseberry: Slightly taller plant, with fewer but larger thorns. Berries ripen to a very dark bluish-purple. Slight blueberry-like flavor when fully ripe.
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Black Velvet Gooseberry: Slightly taller plant, with fewer but larger thorns. Berries ripen to a very dark bluish-purple. Slight blueberry-like ... more

Blackcurrant: Unknown variety, given to me by a friend. Blackcurrants are taller than red currants (to 5’) and produce deep purple-black fruits in clusters that have a very strong flavor, heavy and musky. Not as sweet as other Ribes, but are great for flavoring drinks and making jelly. Also, when dried, the musky flavor is absent and they taste like miniature raisins! Full of antioxidants and minerals.
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Blackcurrant: Unknown variety, given to me by a friend. Blackcurrants are taller than red currants (to 5’) and produce deep ... more

Blackcurrant: Unknown variety, given to me by a friend. Blackcurrants are taller than red currants (to 5’) and produce deep purple-black fruits in clusters that have a very strong flavor, heavy and musky. Not as sweet as other Ribes, but are great for flavoring drinks and making jelly. Also, when dried, the musky flavor is absent and they taste like miniature raisins! Full of antioxidants and minerals.
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Blackcurrant: Unknown variety, given to me by a friend. Blackcurrants are taller than red currants (to 5’) and produce deep ... more

Blue Fescue adds a welcome cooling hue to hot, dry soils where little else will thrive. The silvery-blue foliage is upright and dense, but its soft texture makes it perfect for edging walkways or other trafficked areas. And this perennial is virtually maintenance-free! Forming an attractive, rounded 12-inch clump, Festuca glauca is a striking contrast to the greens of the landscape, combining well with flowering ornamentals. Once established it will flourish despite drought, heat, and poor soil. Pest- and disease-resistant, it is truly carefree and long-lived!
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Blue Fescue adds a welcome cooling hue to hot, dry soils where little else will thrive. The silvery-blue foliage is ... more

These are fresh brown eggs from our tractored hens.
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These are fresh brown eggs from our tractored hens. more

Chicago Hardy Fig: Produces medium-sized purple-skinned fruits with bright pink/red flesh. Has a peach-like flavor when fully ripe. Originated in Chicago, attesting to its hardiness! 4” pots $6; gal pots $12
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Chicago Hardy Fig: Produces medium-sized purple-skinned fruits with bright pink/red flesh. Has a peach-like flavor when fully ripe. Originated in ... more

Chicago Hardy Fig: Produces medium-sized purple-skinned fruits with bright pink/red flesh. Has a peach-like flavor when fully ripe. Originated in Chicago, attesting to its hardiness! 4” pots $6; gal pots $12
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Chicago Hardy Fig: Produces medium-sized purple-skinned fruits with bright pink/red flesh. Has a peach-like flavor when fully ripe. Originated in ... more

Dark purple blooms with small gold stripe in large petals. Louisiana iris can be planted in or around your pond, as long as you keep the soil wet. They should bloom in early to mid spring. The leaves can reach in height from 24 to 36 inches. Leaves are slender blades.
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Dark purple blooms with small gold stripe in large petals. Louisiana iris can be planted in or around your pond, ... more

Rumex scutatus - French sorrel, used in France's kitchens since the beginning of that country's recorded history, is a low-growing perennial about 45 cm (18 inches) tall, although it can be as much as 60 cm (2 feet) wide. Garden sorrel is a native of Europe and Asia; French sorrel is native to the mountains of southern and central Europe and southwest Asia. French sorrel has green, shield-shaped leaves that are more succulent and sharply acidic than those of garden sorrel, and have a pronounced lemon taste.
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Rumex scutatus - French sorrel, used in France's kitchens since the beginning of that country's recorded history, is a low-growing ... more

Rumex scutatus - French sorrel, used in France's kitchens since the beginning of that country's recorded history, is a low-growing perennial about 45 cm (18 inches) tall, although it can be as much as 60 cm (2 feet) wide. Garden sorrel is a native of Europe and Asia; French sorrel is native to the mountains of southern and central Europe and southwest Asia. French sorrel has green, shield-shaped leaves that are more succulent and sharply acidic than those of garden sorrel, and have a pronounced lemon taste.
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Rumex scutatus - French sorrel, used in France's kitchens since the beginning of that country's recorded history, is a low-growing ... more

Goumi (Eleagnus multiflora): This smaller and less invasive relative of autumn olive bears its fruit in late spring instead of fall. Fruits are twice the size of autumn olive but have the same wonderful apple/cherry flavor. All Eleagnus species are non-leguminous nitrogen fixers and can be planted as “nurse plants” for other species. Takes some shade. Height to 8’ 4” pots $6
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Goumi (Eleagnus multiflora): This smaller and less invasive relative of autumn olive bears its fruit in late spring instead of ... more

Goumi (Eleagnus multiflora): This smaller and less invasive relative of autumn olive bears its fruit in late spring instead of fall. Fruits are twice the size of autumn olive but have the same wonderful apple/cherry flavor. All Eleagnus species are non-leguminous nitrogen fixers and can be planted as “nurse plants” for other species. Takes some shade. Height to 8’ 4” pots $6
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Goumi (Eleagnus multiflora): This smaller and less invasive relative of autumn olive bears its fruit in late spring instead of ... more

Oregano or Pot Marjoram (Origanum vulgare) is a species of Origanum, native to Europe, the Mediterranean region and southern and central Asia. It is a perennial herb with opposite leaves. The flowers are purple, produced in erect spikes. The subspecies of oregano Origanum vulgare hirtum is an important culinary herb. It is particularly widely used in Greek and Italian cuisines. It is the leaves that are used in cooking, and the dried herb is often more flavorful than the fresh. Oregano is often used in tomato sauces, fried vegetables and grilled meat. Together with basil, it contributes much to the distinctive character of many Italian dishes. Oregano combines nicely with pickled olives, capers and lovage leaves. Unlike most Italian herbs, oregano works with hot and spicy food, which is popular in southern Italy. Oregano is an indispensable ingredient for Greek cuisine. Oregano adds flavor to Greek salad and is usually used separately or added to the lemon-olive oil sauce that accompanies many fish or meat barbecues and some casseroles. It has an aromatic, warm and slightly bitter taste. It varies in intensity; good quality is so strong that it almost numbs the tongue, but the cultivars adapted to colder climates have often unsatisfactory flavor. The influence of climate, season and soil on the composition of the essential oil is greater than the difference between the various species.
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Oregano or Pot Marjoram (Origanum vulgare) is a species of Origanum, native to Europe, the Mediterranean region and southern and ... more

The Apricot (Prunus armeniaca, "Armenian plum" in Latin, syn. Armeniaca vulgaris, is a species of Prunus, classified with the plum in the subgenus Prunus. The native range is somewhat uncertain due to its extensive prehistoric cultivation, but most likely in northern and western China and Central Asia, possibly also Korea and Japan. An excellent source of beta-carotene (Vitamin A), apricots also provide Vitamin C, iron, potassium, and fiber among other nutrients. Plus, apricots are versatile and mildly sweet, making them a smart choice for adding important vitamins and extra flavor to a healthy diet. Beta-Carotene - Beta-carotene is a member of the anti-oxidant family. Apricots are a premium source of beta-carotene (a member of the antioxidant family) with just three fresh apricots containing about 30 percent of the recommended daily amount. Along with beta-carotene, apricots contain the other powerful anti-oxidants, Vitamin C and lycopene. It is a small tree 8–12 m tall, with a trunk up to 40 cm diameter and a dense, spreading canopy. The leaves are ovate, 5–9 cm long and 4–8 cm wide, with a rounded base, a pointed tip and a finely serrated margin. The flowers are 2–4.5 cm diameter, with five white to pinkish petals; they are produced singly or in pairs in early spring before the leaves. The fruit is a drupe similar to a small peach, 1.5–2.5 cm diameter (larger in some modern cultivars), from yellow to orange, often tinged red on the side most exposed to the sun; its surface is usually pubescent. The single seed is enclosed in a hard stony shell, often called a "stone", smooth except for three ridges running down one side. Seeds were collected near the Central Rocky Mountain Permaculture Institute at 6000-7000 ft elevation.
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The Apricot (Prunus armeniaca, "Armenian plum" in Latin, syn. Armeniaca vulgaris, is a species of Prunus, classified with the plum ... more

Jostaberry: A complex cross between gooseberry and European black currant. The resulting tetraploid (has two sets of genes—don’t worry, this is not Genetically modified!) plant is incredibly vigorous growing and taller (to 7’) than either of its parents. I consider Jostaberry as one of the best edible landscape plants—it looks a lot like viburnum and has beautiful cream/maroon flowers all over in spring. Best of all, it is thornless! Berries about the size of a marble, sweet like a ripe gooseberry with a hint of blackcurrant flavor.
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Jostaberry: A complex cross between gooseberry and European black currant. The resulting tetraploid (has two sets of genes—don’t worry, this ... more

Jostaberry: A complex cross between gooseberry and European black currant. The resulting tetraploid (has two sets of genes—don’t worry, this is not Genetically modified!) plant is incredibly vigorous growing and taller (to 7’) than either of its parents. I consider Jostaberry as one of the best edible landscape plants—it looks a lot like viburnum and has beautiful cream/maroon flowers all over in spring. Best of all, it is thornless! Berries about the size of a marble, sweet like a ripe gooseberry with a hint of blackcurrant flavor.
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Jostaberry: A complex cross between gooseberry and European black currant. The resulting tetraploid (has two sets of genes—don’t worry, this ... more

Just lettuce, several types (leaf, romaine, bibb, etc) of various colors - green, red, speckled.

LSU Gold Fig: Medium-sized golden fruits. Developed at Louisiana State University but has been a star performer at Hidden Springs Nursery in northern Tennessee, which is where our stock is from.
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LSU Gold Fig: Medium-sized golden fruits. Developed at Louisiana State University but has been a star performer at Hidden Springs ... more

LSU Gold Fig: Medium-sized golden fruits. Developed at Louisiana State University but has been a star performer at Hidden Springs Nursery in northern Tennessee, which is where our stock is from.
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LSU Gold Fig: Medium-sized golden fruits. Developed at Louisiana State University but has been a star performer at Hidden Springs ... more

NANKING CHERRY - Prunus tomentosa. A medium sized, spreading shrub native to China, Japan, and the Himalayas. On favorable sites it may reach a height of 6-8 feet. Attractive white to pink flowers produce small, edible red cherries excellent for pies and jellies. Uses: Medium shrub for farmstead windbreaks. Wildlife: Fruit is relished by many songbirds. Nesting cover for a few species of songbirds. Browsed by rabbits, mice and deer, which could cause serious injury if control measures are not taken.
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NANKING CHERRY - Prunus tomentosa. A medium sized, spreading shrub native to China, Japan, and the Himalayas. On favorable sites ... more

‘Navaho’: Erect type which needs no trellis. Very sweet berries that won’t make it to your jam cookpot! Prolific bearer over a 2-3 week period. Large berry size. Canes will reach 7’ tall; it is best to tip-prune them at 4-5' and encourage fruiting laterals.
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‘Navaho’: Erect type which needs no trellis. Very sweet berries that won’t make it to your jam cookpot! Prolific bearer ... more

Osage Orange (Maclura pomifera): Native tree which produces the famous ‘monkey brains’ or hedge apples in the fall that kids often throw at each other or play baseball with. Midwest Native peoples prized its wood for bowmaking. Subsequent Midwest farmers have used its extremely rot-resistant wood for fence posts. It is also the main plant in this country used for living barbed-wire fences. Planted closely and woven together, the resulting thorny tangle is known to keep even onerous cattle in! I will be bud grafting Che or Chinese melonberry (Cudrania tricuspidata) onto these seedlings this August, so that plant will likely be available next year. One-year seedlings 4” pots $6; gal pots $12
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Osage Orange (Maclura pomifera): Native tree which produces the famous ‘monkey brains’ or hedge apples in the fall that kids ... more

Osage Orange (Maclura pomifera): Native tree which produces the famous ‘monkey brains’ or hedge apples in the fall that kids often throw at each other or play baseball with. Midwest Native peoples prized its wood for bowmaking. Subsequent Midwest farmers have used its extremely rot-resistant wood for fence posts. It is also the main plant in this country used for living barbed-wire fences. Planted closely and woven together, the resulting thorny tangle is known to keep even onerous cattle in! I will be bud grafting Che or Chinese melonberry (Cudrania tricuspidata) onto these seedlings this August, so that plant will likely be available next year. One-year seedlings 4” pots $6; gal pots $12
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Osage Orange (Maclura pomifera): Native tree which produces the famous ‘monkey brains’ or hedge apples in the fall that kids ... more

Peter Bane & Keith Johnson are experienced permaculture site designers and teachers. They have been providing consulting advice and design for 26 years. They have developed an intimate knowledge of various regional landscapes and resources. With their wealth of experience in temperate climate permaculture systems they can offer a range of consulting services to regional and distant clients. They have served clients in North Carolina, Virginia, Alabama, Minnesota, Tennessee, Pennsylvania, California, Florida, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Georgia, Michigan, Missouri, Kentucky, Ontario, South America, and elsewhere. We consult and design for projects of all scales including the following: Residential Landscapes Edible Landscapes Commercial Developments Farm Design Nursery Design Co-Housing Projects / Ecovillages Public Projects and Schools Decorative & Storage Ponds of all sizes Waterfalls, Fountains and Water Elements Stone Masonry and Hardscapes Drainage Management Erosion Control / Gulley Restoration & Mgmt. Rainwater Harvesting and Storage Replicated Wetlands / Grey Water Systems and Bio-remediation Aquaculture Creek or Watershed Restoration Alternative Construction: Strawbale; Clay / Straw; Cob (Earth) Cob Ovens and Garden Walls Gardens / Food and Resource Production Orchard Design and Management Soil Management and Improvement Integrated Animal Management Animal Tractoring and Rotation Integrated Pest Management Agroforestry Silvipasture Windbreaks Forest Management Fire Prevention We also provide the following specialist services: * Presentations for conferences, workshops and public events * Technical writing and editing on green design, planning, environment, urban ecology and sustainable development * Media commentary * Critical review of urban design projects for compliance with ecological and sustainability goals * Design support for sustainability outcomes, including roof garden design * Consultancy support for ecological community development projects and programs See our website for more info: <a href="http://permacultureactivist.net/design/Designconsult.html"> http://permacultureactivist.net/design/Designconsult.html</a>
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Peter Bane & Keith Johnson are experienced permaculture site designers and teachers. They have been providing consulting advice and design ... more