For those of us who've admired the guts of the guerilla gardeners, the bounce of the backyard blitzers or the green thumbs of the garden makeover team, Permablitzing is the ultimate weekend activity.
Taking place all over Melbourne, a Permablitz is essentially a single day permaculture makeover that includes weeding, preparing the soil, designing a space and planting fruit, herbs and vegetables. It includes workshops and training suitable for first timers as well as seasoned gardeners, delicious lunch provided by the hosts and a real sense of community spirit. Best of all the foundation of the Permablitz is reciprocity - attend 3 blitzes and one can be arranged at your place.
Of course, it's not all hard work. Expect to be greeted with a cup of tea while you chat with people of enormous skill and inspiring ideas - ready to change the world one backyard at a time.
At the end of the day you'll leave covered in mud, with new friends, new skills and a real sense of accomplishment at being part of such a significant transformation. Keeper? Definitely!
Click here to find the next Permablitz near you.
