Hügelkultur Gardening: What Is It and What Tools Do You Need to Make It Work?

Hügelkultur gardening is a trend that’s becoming increasingly popular in the United States after centuries as a staple of German agriculture. The premise is simple: Establish raised beds on a foundation of logs and branches that function as both a water retention and nutrient-delivery system. The building of hügelkultur beds, while not complex, does require…