Cultivate Your Tropical Urban Paradise!

EdibleLandscapes.nz is an initiative of the Vector Group Charitable Trust. We’re proud to be the driving force behind Troppo, our exemplary tropical urban food forest here in Te Puke. This means we’re doers, not just talkers, actively demonstrating what’s possible in creating lush, productive, and sustainable food systems in the Bay of Plenty.

Are you dreaming of a vibrant, productive garden that provides you with an abundance of fresh, healthy food right at your doorstep? At EdibleLandscapes.nz, we’re dedicated to transforming ordinary spaces into extraordinary edible ecosystems. With our unparalleled expertise, particularly in the unique challenges and opportunities of our local climate, we specialise in creating lush, resilient, and bountiful food forests that not only nourish your family but also contribute to a healthier planet. We achieve this through the careful application of permaculture principles and the dynamic practices of syntropic agriculture.

Cultivate Your Tropical Urban Paradise with Permaculture and Syntropy!

Nestled in the heart of Te Puke, New Zealand’s “Kiwifruit Capital,” we understand the nuances of cultivating diverse plant life. Our passion lies in crafting bespoke tropical urban food forests, demonstrating that even in an urban setting, you can grow a surprising array of exotic and perennial edibles. Imagine harvesting your own bananas, papayas, guavas, and other tropical delights, right here in your own backyard!

We draw deeply from the wisdom of permaculture, a design science that mimics natural ecosystems to create sustainable human habitats. This holistic approach ensures your food forest is not just productive, but also regenerative, low-maintenance, and resilient. Furthermore, we integrate the innovative techniques of syntropic agriculture, focusing on dense planting, strategic plant succession, and continuous biomass production to build soil fertility and maximise yield without external inputs. This dynamic approach helps accelerate natural processes, leading to incredibly productive and self-sustaining systems.

Our comprehensive services include:

• Custom Food Forest Design & Setup: We work with you to design a multi-layered, low-maintenance food forest that thrives in your specific microclimate, applying both permaculture design principles and syntropic planting strategies. Our experience, including establishing the longest-established tropical urban food forest in Te Puke, means we know what works.
• Specialty in Tropical Urban Food Forests: We excel at selecting, siting, and nurturing tropical and subtropical plants that can flourish in our unique Te Puke conditions, leveraging microclimates and innovative growing techniques, including syntropic zones, to maximise your yield.
• Expert Consultation & Guidance: From initial site analysis to ongoing care, we provide in-depth consultations, sharing our extensive knowledge on soil health, pest management, and plant selection for long-term success through a permaculture and syntropic lens.
• Small Nursery & Rare Plant Sourcing: Discover a curated selection of unusual and hard-to-find edible plants, including many tropical varieties perfectly suited for a resilient food forest.
• Kai Resilience & Food Security Solutions: Empower yourself and your community by learning practical strategies for growing your own food, reducing reliance on external food systems, and enhancing local food security through regenerative agricultural practices like permaculture and syntropic farming.
• Sustainable Landscaping: Beyond food production, we offer expertise in holistic landscape design, integrating beauty, functionality, and ecological principles into every project. Our experience spans all things green, ensuring a harmonious and productive outdoor space.

Are You Ready to Grow?

• Do you want to grow nutritious food for your whānau?
• Do you need a permaculture plan for your lifestyle block?
• Are you considering a regenerative farm plan or diversifying your current operations?
• Are you planning an eco-village or community project?
• Do you need help balancing sustainability and budget in your project?

Don’t just dream of a greener future – grow it! Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a compact urban plot, EdibleLandscapes.nz is your partner in creating a thriving, edible landscape built on the robust foundations of permaculture and the dynamic growth of syntropic agriculture.

Ready to transform your space into a productive and beautiful food haven?

Let’s Connect!

Contact us today to discuss your project or to ask about collaborating on edible landscapes in the Bay of Plenty and beyond. Visit our contact page at https://www.troppo.nz/contact-us/ to get started!