Polyculture Profiles - Perennial Productive Polyculture- Four Layer Polyculture Orchard - Dionysus
Welcome to our Polyculture Profile series. During this post, we'll look at a four layer polyculture organic orchard layout that is designed to provide a succession of top fruit, berries and herbs throughout the year while attracting a range of biodiversity.
It may be helpful to look over this Polyculture Profile Layout post before or after reading the profile, where we provide a description of the profile layout and some general notes to consider, should you wish to try and grow the polyculture yourself.
Polyculture Name - Dionysus - Perennial Productive
Compatible climate:(KCC)- C - D (B with irrigation)
USDA hardiness: 5-10
Water needs: Irrigation required for optimal production
Light preferences: Full sun
Soil preferences: Light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay)
Suitable pH: Acid, neutral and alkaline
Layout: Strip or belt
Dionys…