I am part of a community garden in Bozeman. Most members are used to, if not passionate about, modern gardening techniques, although tolerant of permaculture designs that have been introduced into the garden in the past season or two. Having just joined, I am taking over the vacating permie's position. Our garden is a trap for cold air coming off the mountains from the east, which is counter to the prevailing wind patterns of the valley. Currently, the east side of the garden is open to the residential street. It is surrounded by a cyclone fence which keeps out deer, and in the southeastern corner, there are two rows of pine trees with lower limbs trimmed. What would you (as in Geoff L. or any other contributing member of the forum) suggest as the best feature to adjust the micro-climate in the most favorable way? I must consider cost, labor intensity, and gradual introduction of radical design ideas.
Thanks for the input!
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