Dean Chichelli from The Nature Learning Center shows how to build a Spiral Herb Garden. For detailed instructions on how to build a Spiral Herb Garden, visit The Nature Learning Center Blog at thenaturelearningcenter.com/blog
Looks nice when you made the video: What does it look like now and a year or so from now? Seems to me the straw will have compacted and sunk a LOT. Why not just fill the void with soil/compost mixture. Also, I would have installed a sprinkler on top or at least a drip hose up the 'ramp'. Nice idea though.
One thing that I noticed is that you used cardboard boxes that had some ink logos and whatnot. I would think that over time as they decompose they would put some heavy metals into your soil. But seeing as how you have hay between them I dont forsee that affecting your herbs.
Nice job on the garden too! I think i might try to find some urbanite and make one later on this year/next.
Hey,
why is it you use straw as the base, rather than just compost?
I understand it will break down eventually and give good drainage.
Is it climate specific?
All the ink on the cardboard is toxic. Instead of putting the fruit on the ground and wasting food, eat the fruit and then put just skins on the ground. Doesn't the cardboard on the bottom prevent adequate drainage?
Ingenious… love that you used nothing to "glue" the bricks together, easy on the land and on the eye!
Do the plants sink down into the straw after a while or is that expected and you just put other plants over them? What a great idea. What all did you plant, and how did it work out?
Beautiful work, I'm curious how are the results on a long term basis, how does a mature plant look on your spiral garden? I would like to try this with my kids. About how many bricks do I need to complete a project like this one?
Fabulous! The design is very nice. I really appreciate this and I am planning to have my own version. The simplicity of the design creates more space and this can be either indoor and outdoor. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome love the design. After I showed my mom these types of designs she now wants me to build one in the backyard. I like your design and your materials are strong and sustainable. Great job!
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Nice work! Is the meat and fruit under the cardboard intended to attract worms and other bugs?
and what is your aproximate location? AMAZING view!!
this was just an outstanding performance of love for gardening. i like
Looks nice when you made the video: What does it look like now and a year or so from now? Seems to me the straw will have compacted and sunk a LOT. Why not just fill the void with soil/compost mixture. Also, I would have installed a sprinkler on top or at least a drip hose up the 'ramp'. Nice idea though.
One thing that I noticed is that you used cardboard boxes that had some ink logos and whatnot. I would think that over time as they decompose they would put some heavy metals into your soil. But seeing as how you have hay between them I dont forsee that affecting your herbs.
Nice job on the garden too! I think i might try to find some urbanite and make one later on this year/next.
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Dean,
I gotta say I envy the view you have in your backyard.
Thanks for sharing! 🙂
Cheers.
Hey,
why is it you use straw as the base, rather than just compost?
I understand it will break down eventually and give good drainage.
Is it climate specific?
Super Merci
All the ink on the cardboard is toxic. Instead of putting the fruit on the ground and wasting food, eat the fruit and then put just skins on the ground. Doesn't the cardboard on the bottom prevent adequate drainage?
Perfect video! No "blah,blah blah" with your face, just clear, informative and interesting. The view from your place is beautiful, where is it?
Ingenious… love that you used nothing to "glue" the bricks together, easy on the land and on the eye!
Do the plants sink down into the straw after a while or is that expected and you just put other plants over them? What a great idea. What all did you plant, and how did it work out?
That is fablous, what a great idea! I'm itchin to get started!
Beautiful work, I'm curious how are the results on a long term basis, how does a mature plant look on your spiral garden? I would like to try this with my kids. About how many bricks do I need to complete a project like this one?
are the bricks mortared?
Fabulous! The design is very nice. I really appreciate this and I am planning to have my own version. The simplicity of the design creates more space and this can be either indoor and outdoor. Thanks for sharing!
Awesome love the design. After I showed my mom these types of designs she now wants me to build one in the backyard. I like your design and your materials are strong and sustainable. Great job!
I love your video, no talking or uneccesary distractions just working like a busy bee, thanks a lot, it is very helpful..
Wondering if you can tell me how many bricks you used.
Nice job on your spiral. Love the view!