Carol Burton

Carol Burton is Urban Harvest’s Director of Permaculture with over twenty years of experience in backyard, school and community gardening, and environmental education. Carol is a certified teacher and curriculum specialist in environmental education and Permaculture Design Consultant. She is also the co-author of Urban Harvest School Garden Guide for the Greater Houston Area.

PRESENTATION - Abundant Landscapes: Permaculture Strategies for Sustainable Design

Explore the core principles of permaculture design to create thriving, low-maintenance gardens through a holistic, nature-based approach. This workshop focuses on working with natural systems—starting slow and small—to build resilient, water-wise landscapes. Together, we’ll dive into sustainable strategies for nurturing healthy soil, conserving water, and cultivating long-term abundance.