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Nutrient Accumulators

May 29, 2023August 5, 2023 Anna-Vita 6 Comments

What are Nutrient Accumulators? Also known as Dynamic Accumulators, Nutrient Accumulators are plants that, as the name implies, accumulate nutrients. They have deep taproots, built for drawing up calcium, magnesium, potassium, sulfur…all manner of minerals and nutrients. Clearly, this is something all plants do, to one degree or another. Every plant species has evolved with…

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dynamic accumulator, hyperaccumulator, nutrient accumulator, permaculture, permaculture plants

A Red Clover Compendium

May 7, 2023July 23, 2023 Anna-Vita 13 Comments

Trifolium pratense In researching this article, I came across a translation of Red Clover’s Latin name as “three leaf growing in meadows.” Which is lovely. (Latin is nowhere near as stodgy as we are made to believe!) But, in trying to confirm the translation, I found something different. The Latin word “pratense” means “speaking.” How…

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deep digger, nitrogen fixer, nutrient accumulator, permaculture, permaculture plants

Anna-Vita on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 29, 2024
Exactly.And this consumerism is addictive, too. Addictions are nothing more than the desperate attempt to get what we need, in…
MrDon1 on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 23, 2024
This is a great post. There are many things that we need to be unplugged from. There is a mindset that…
Anna-Vita on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 22, 2024
Along with biochar, adding microbial activity to your compost is the way to bring it to life. Rotting food, fermented…
Anna-Vita on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 22, 2024
I think you're right, BobOr...on the right track, anyway!Taking activated charcoal absorbs toxins in your gut...and our gut basically IS…
Anna-Vita on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 22, 2024
Hi LindenThanks so much for stopping by...and especially for your thoughtful comments!Yes. Permaculture is a lifetime passion. Although, to be…
Michel on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 15, 2024
Very interesting. I had no idea that soil is alive, or can be brought back to like with the addition…
Bob Lynch on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 13, 2024
Hi Anna, Wow! What a great article? I'm very interested in whatever is best for the environment. I've never heard…
Linden Thorp on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 12, 2024
Ana Vita, this is a marathon post! Fascinating. As a mindful educator all my life, I completely agree with the…
Anna-Vita on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 11, 2024
Hi SaraThanks for stopping by and for your kind comment.Anna
Sara Tadros on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 11, 2024
Hey Anna-Vita, The subject matter you have chosen is incredibly interesting and relevant to today's environmental landscape. Biochar has the potential…
Anna-Vita on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 9, 2024
Hi DirkNo shame on you for never having heard of it. It wasn't that long ago that I hadn't heard…
Dirk on Beautiful, Recalcitrant BiocharFebruary 9, 2024
Hi Anna-Vita, What a fascinating article! I have never heard of biochar before (shame on me, I know). The story…
Anna-Vita on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 9, 2024
Thanks for stopping by, Marios, and for your support. I truly believe, and have for a long time, that un-learning…
Marios Tofarides on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 9, 2024
Hi, I was very impressed by your post on un-learning and how it relates to permaculture. I think you made a…
Anna-Vita on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 6, 2024
Im so glad to be of service! :-D
DashDNations on Un-Learning; A Permaculture PerspectiveFebruary 5, 2024
This is super helpful, I've been working on composting and trying to create a healthier, more abundant garden. Using this…
Anna-Vita on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingOctober 15, 2023
It's what I live for!
Jake Devins on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingOctober 15, 2023
Hey, permaculture aesthetics and design thinking are like the dynamic duo of eco-friendly creativity. It's basically making our living spaces a…
Anna-Vita on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingOctober 8, 2023
Hi MichelI like the wild look myself. But I know a lot of people are put off by it and think…
Michel on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingOctober 8, 2023
Wow, with permaculture you can really let your imagination go and create just about anything you like, the possibilities are…
Anna-Vita on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingOctober 8, 2023
Hey Kiersti. Thanks for stopping by!The cool thing about permaculture is how well it scales. It can be as big…
Anna-Vita on The 13th PrincipleOctober 8, 2023
Thanks. Stratos, for your comment. I think I'm seeing it more as a mindset shift. Or, rather a heartset shift. Not…
Stratos K on The 13th PrincipleOctober 2, 2023
I really enjoyed your blog post, Anna! Your perspective on the need for a 13th principle in permaculture is fascinating.…
kiersti on Permaculture Aesthetics & Design ThinkingSeptember 28, 2023
I'm loving this article on permaculture aesthetics and design thinking! It's inspiring to see permaculture principles creating beautiful, sustainable landscapes…
Anna-Vita on The 13th PrincipleSeptember 28, 2023
Thanks, Demi.I'm glad you liked it. :-)
Demi Foster on The 13th PrincipleSeptember 28, 2023
This article presents a thought-provoking perspective on the principles of Permaculture, advocating for the addition of a 13th Principle to…
Anna-Vita on A Red Clover CompendiumSeptember 22, 2023
Hi MaritaThey are beautiful, aren't they?! And I'm sure they are what you're seeing on your walk to work...they're everywhere!
Marita on A Red Clover CompendiumSeptember 18, 2023
These red clover flowers are so versatile. From being decorative, to being eaten and an important ingredient for different kinds…
Anna-Vita on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 6, 2023
Yes, Kiersti, that IS the question.If everybody was considering that, things would change and change quickly.
kiersti on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 6, 2023
This essay titled "The Right Questions: A Meditation on Garbage" really got me thinking. It's incredible how something as banal…
Anna-Vita on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 6, 2023
No, I don't. As one of the main parts of the problem, they can hardly be part of the solution. I…
Carolyn on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 3, 2023
HI Anna, thanks for the thought-provoking post. When you see all the plastic floating in the ocean, and see pictures…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensSeptember 2, 2023
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Anna-Vita on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 2, 2023
Hi SimonYes, wants and needs are two different things, aren't they? Yet the culture we are born into does a…
Parameter on Rain GardensSeptember 2, 2023
Thank you for this comprehensive look at the rain garden. It will help me preserve nature and make provision of…
Simon on A Meditation on Garbage…and BeyondSeptember 1, 2023
Hi Anna, thank you for this informative and challenging piece. I studied Water and Environmental Management in my twenties and…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensAugust 30, 2023
Planting natives is the best practice. And since every location has its own specific list of what indigenously grows there,…
Michel Maling on Rain GardensAugust 30, 2023
This is the first time I have read about the concept of a rain garden and you have certainly given…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensAugust 27, 2023
Hi Les,Thanks. It took me a long time to write it. There's a lot more going on here than meets…
Les on Rain GardensAugust 26, 2023
What an insightful and informative article on Rain Gardens! It's inspiring to see the emphasis on working in harmony with…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
That would be a long, long thing to write.You want to use perennial plants that are native to your area. …
kiersti on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
The idea behind rain gardens is truly intriguing! Establishing an attractive and environmentally conscious method to handle rainfall seems highly…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
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Alan Edwards on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
Thank you for your excellent article about rain gardens. I heard recently that a building collapse in Miami was caused by…
Anna-Vita on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
Hey EricThese two books are about doing Rain Gardens in the desert...and beyond! Brad Lancaster harvested 100,000 gallons of water…
Eric Seil on Rain GardensAugust 24, 2023
Hi Anna-Vita,The depth of information provided, from the conceptual understanding to the practical steps, is truly invaluable. I’m particularly impressed…
Anna-Vita on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 24, 2023
Actually, permaculture...the practice, not the name...is the real Tradition. The destructive monoculturing that has become normalized is the newbie. And…
Liam Tremblay on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 23, 2023
I'm intrigued by the differences between permaculture and organic gardening. The article highlights permaculture's holistic approach and its focus on…
Anna-Vita on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 22, 2023
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Ingrid Robins on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 22, 2023
Despite the author's prior knowledge, I was shocked that harmful elements could be washed into our water supply.I think that…
Scott Touron on The Water CycleAugust 21, 2023
I agree whole heartedly
Anna-Vita on The Water CycleAugust 21, 2023
Thank you Scott. I'm glad you're better. That makes me feel good. I think we can all be better. We just…
Scott on The Water CycleAugust 21, 2023
I really enjoyed this article. It’s well written and well researched. It’s actually something I think about from time to…
Anna-Vita on The Water CycleAugust 21, 2023
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Anusuya on The Water CycleAugust 21, 2023
Water is life, and there was no water before life was created.It was interesting to know the Arab desert was…
Anna-Vita on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 20, 2023
Yes...life has a way of taking on a life of its own!
Carolyn on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 18, 2023
I enjoyed your post comparing the difference between organic and perma-culture. I like to keep a sense of order in…
Anna-Vita on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 18, 2023
Hi EricIt is deeply concerning. Alarming, really.We need mass changes on the individual small scale and on the larger scale…
Eric Seil on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 18, 2023
Hi Anna-Vitta,I’m deeply concerned about the negative impact that stormwater diversion systems have on the environment. It is alarming how…
Anna-Vita on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 18, 2023
Hi.Yeah, it is pretty shocking. Because it's all just taken for granted and therefore invisible to most people. There is…
Sariyah on The Dangers of Storm DrainsAugust 18, 2023
Hey thank you for this postI didn't know this information therefore certainly found it interesting to read through this. I…
Anna-Vita on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 18, 2023
Yes. Organic gardening is definitely a step in the right direction...a huge step...but permaculture is where it's at!
MDC on Organic Gardening vs Permaculture FarmingAugust 17, 2023
Organic gardening, with its focus on natural methods and minimal impact, has long been a beacon for those seeking a…
Anna-Vita on Nutrient AccumulatorsAugust 5, 2023
Thank you, Deedee, for saying so. Yes, Nature is incredibly complex, subtle and suprising. Never a dull moment, always more…
Anna-Vita on Nutrient AccumulatorsAugust 5, 2023
I'm very excited to hear this! You, clearly, are my Ideal Reader, as there is nothing I want more than…
Mr BigStuff01 on Nutrient AccumulatorsJuly 28, 2023
This reading was very educational to me. I learned a lot of some plants I definitely didn't know of or…
Dierdre on Nutrient AccumulatorsJuly 28, 2023
I really appreciate the discussion this article has started. Since I was little and my mother, who was a herbalist,…
Anna-Vita on Nutrient AccumulatorsJuly 27, 2023
Hi! THanks for your thoughtful comment and question.Honestly? I don't think a person needs to know the exact amounts of…
skamalka on Nutrient AccumulatorsJuly 25, 2023
As someone who is new to the topic of nutrient accumulators and their benefits, I found the article quite informative…
Anna-Vita on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 20, 2023
Glad you think so, LiamYes, problems are opportunities to use our creative thinking :-)
Liam Tremblay on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 19, 2023
The use and value of renewables principles encourage using resources that can be replenished and promote a circular economy. Applying…
Anna-Vita on Insectary Plants – Attract Beneficial InsectsJuly 16, 2023
Hey JefferyI do actually plan to write in depth looks at each of the plants. Kinda like writing an encyclopaedia! There…
Anna-Vita on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 16, 2023
Hey Mike-Thanks.Yeah. Garbage is a major issue. At the rate we're going, it's probably going to be a long time…
mike on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 16, 2023
Wow, this blog post is truly thought-provoking and inspiring! The author, Anna-Vita, does an excellent job of highlighting the challenges…
Jeffrey on Insectary Plants – Attract Beneficial InsectsJuly 13, 2023
Hi Anna-Vita,I enjoyed reading your article on insectary plants. It's clear that you have a deep understanding of the importance…
Anna-Vita on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 13, 2023
Hi Jeffery!Thanks for the great question that inspired me to write it!xxoo,Anna
Jeffrey on Use and Value RenewablesJuly 13, 2023
Hi Anna-Vita,I enjoyed reading your article about using non-biodegradable materials in a permaculture system. I think it's important to find…
Anna-Vita on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 10, 2023
Thanks for your nice comment, JoanneYes, I am passionate about it. And I learned a lot writing this article, too. …
Joanne on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 10, 2023
What a great article on clovers! I never thought it was such a powerful plant. I will definitely try some…
Anna-Vita on Queen Anne’s Lace & Holistic Fertility ManagementJuly 9, 2023
Thanks for your great question, Jeffery!It's a lot easier to say "Don't buy anything in plastic bottles," than it is…
Jeffrey on Queen Anne’s Lace & Holistic Fertility ManagementJuly 9, 2023
Hi Anna-Vita,I enjoyed reading your article on the principles of permaculture design. I'm particularly interested in the principle of "observe…
Anna-Vita on Nitrogen Fixing Trees & ShrubsJuly 9, 2023
Hey Israel-Since Joe Biden put a Monsanto person in charge of the USDA, they are even less trust-worthy.Thanks for stopping…
Anna-Vita on Worms – The Original Movers & ShakersJuly 9, 2023
Yes!I feel like worms are one of my totem animals. I appreciate them so much.
Anna-Vita on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 9, 2023
Hi IsraelYes. Red Clover is a miracle plant. I too, love the lore, magic and mysticism aspects of plants. It's…
Anna-Vita on The Best Continuous Flow Worm Composting BinJuly 9, 2023
Yes! It's a great product, by a great company, doing great things for the planet. Win-win-win!
Anna-Vita on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 9, 2023
Hi GodwinThanks for stopping by. Yes, Red Clover is rather amazing. Being a nutrient accumulator, she will also accumulate toxins,…
Godwin on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 9, 2023
Anna-Vita –Wow! This article was enlightening, educational, and beautifully written. The red clover has a plethora of medical benefits which…
israel Olatunji on The Best Continuous Flow Worm Composting BinJuly 9, 2023
I just read your article about the Urban Worm Bag Eco, and I have to say, it's an impressive product!…
israel Olatunji on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 9, 2023
Hey Anna-Vita,I loved your article on Red Clover and its intriguing aspects. It's fascinating how its Latin name, "Trifolium pratense,"…
Aida on A Red Clover CompendiumJuly 9, 2023
Very good article abaut Red clover i love this medicinial plant my gandmother uset in tea and biscuit is very…
aida on Queen Anne’s Lace & Holistic Fertility ManagementJuly 9, 2023
Excellent article ..I enjoy read it.The queen Anes lace very pawer seed or all the way you use but we…
aida on The Best Continuous Flow Worm Composting BinJuly 9, 2023
Thanks for share this article very useful ,informative and helpful. Urban worm bag eco is a great product very usefully…
israel Olatunji on Worms – The Original Movers & ShakersJuly 8, 2023
This post about worms amazed me! Charles Darwin's fascination with them led to the discovery of their earth-moving abilities. Earthworms…
israel Olatunji on Nitrogen Fixing Trees & ShrubsJuly 8, 2023
Hey there! I must say, this blog post on nitrogen fixing trees and shrubs is quite intriguing. I completely agree…
Anna-Vita on What is Permaculture Design? Part 1: The PrinciplesJuly 8, 2023
Yes, it is truly amazing.And you're right, it is a solid foundation for a fulfilling life, too, not just a…
israel Olatunji on What is Permaculture Design? Part 1: The PrinciplesJuly 8, 2023
This article opened my eyes to the fascinating world of permaculture design! I love how it goes beyond traditional horticulture…
Anna-Vita on The Humble Earthworm: Surprising & AmazingJuly 8, 2023
Thank you, too, for your appreciation, Liam.Worms are so cool! To understand worms, is to understand life, itself!
Liam Tremblay on The Humble Earthworm: Surprising & AmazingJuly 8, 2023
Thank you for sharing this detailed overview of worm reproduction and their physiological features. Worms indeed have fascinating characteristics and…
Anna-Vita on Companion Plants -Helpful HarmonyJuly 8, 2023
Thanks for stopping by and for your thoughtful comment.Have a great day!xxoo, Anna
Anna-Vita on Fortress Plants – Guardians of the Food ForestJuly 8, 2023
Thank you, Jason!Thank you for the thoughtful comment.