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So you want to build a raised garden bed… or maybe a few? Right on! Raised beds, also known as planter boxes, are a excellent way to grow your own food at home. They’re a beautiful, functional addition to any yard space. | So you want to build a raised garden bed… or maybe a few? Right on! Raised beds, also known as planter boxes, are a excellent way to grow your own food at home. They’re a beautiful, functional addition to any yard space. | ||
This guide will explore everything you need to know to build durable wood raised garden beds. First we’ll cover planning and prep, including the supplies needed, best wood types to use, location and layout considerations, and garden bed size options. Then we’ll go over the step-by-step instructions to build a raised garden bed plus tips for installation, gopher-proofing, and weed prevention. | This guide will explore everything you need to know to build durable wood raised garden beds. First we’ll cover planning and prep, including the supplies needed, best wood types to use, location and layout considerations, and garden bed size options. Then we’ll go over the step-by-step instructions to build a raised garden bed plus tips for installation, gopher-proofing, and weed prevention. | ||
=====Building a Raised Bed with Legs===== | |||
[https://northerngardener.org/building-a-raised-bed-with-legs/ by Experienced Gardener 16/3/21 Northern Gardener] | |||
The previous post discussed a couple of ways to build a basic raised bed garden, for your deck or on the ground. In this post, we’ll talk about how to build a raised bed with legs. If you are considering building a standing raised bed, keep reading until the end of this post, where we share videos of a variety of plans for different building skill levels. | |||
More and more people are looking for raised beds on legs because it’s easier to reach into a raised garden, especially if you have back or knee issues. It’s also a great way to keep rabbits out of your herbs or lettuce. And, they just look attractive, especially on a patio or deck. You can buy a raised bed on legs from a variety of sources. The best ones seem to cost between $150 and $250 each and can go higher. You can build one for much less, though it’s not quite as simple as building a basic raised bed. | |||
