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Hugelkultur is a permaculture-inspired organic gardening technique that involves creating raised beds using a base of decaying wood (logs, branches) covered with layers of smaller organic debris, compost, and topsoil. The buried wood slowly decomposes, providing long-term nutrients, improving drainage and aeration, and acting like a sponge to retain moisture, reducing watering needs. These beds are highly fertile and suitable for a wide range of plants, embodying organic principles of natural cycling and minimal inputs.
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