How can I incorporate permaculture principles into a Japanese garden?
I'm really passionate about integrating permaculture principles into all my gardening projects, including my latest venture—a Japanese garden. I live in a temperate climate, and I've started laying out the basic structure with rocks, water features, and pathways, but I'm struggling with how to maintain biodiversity and soil health within this traditional aesthetic. I've already tried companion planting with some of the ornamental plants, but I feel there's more I can do. My goal is to create a garden that not only looks beautiful but also functions as a mini-ecosystem. Can anyone provide insights on specific permaculture techniques that would harmonize well with the Japanese garden design?