by Bill Mollison and Reny Mia Slay. 2nd printing, 2000. 218pp. The basic argument for permanent agriculture: how to feed and house yourself in any climate with the least use of land, energy, and repetitive labor. Supersedes Permaculture One and Two. Topics in this book include: – Energy-efficient site analysis, planning and design methods – House placement and design for template, dryland and tropical regions Urban permaculture: garden layouts, land access and community funding systems Using fences, trellis, greenhouse and shadehouse to best effect Chicken and pig forage systems; tree crops and pasture integration for stock Orchards and home woodlots for temperate, arid and tropical climates Permaculture gardens: energy-saving designs and techniques How to influence microclimate around the house and garden Large section on selected plant species lists, with climate tolerance, heights and uses