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14 Tall Raised Bed & Salad Table Ideas

Published on January 16, 2025 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Collage of various tall raised garden beds and salad tables.

Tall raised garden beds and salad tables make gardening easier and more accessible while helping deter pests like rabbits. This photo gallery shares ideas from home gardens. While these beds do … [Read more...]

Buying Soil For Your Garden? Read This First

Published on March 14, 2024 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Garden plants and soil with stone border.

Whether marketed as topsoil, black soil, black earth, or some other catchy phrase, it’s not easy to know what’s in the bag. Use these tips to help guide your soil shopping decisions. If you need … [Read more...]

DIY Raised Garden Bed with Privacy Fence

Published on November 2, 2023 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with built-in privacy wall.

Create a secluded space with this combination raised bed and privacy fence. Using standard lumber sizes, it’s an easy-to-assemble DIY project. You can also see privacy fence ideas here with all … [Read more...]

How to Fill Tall Raised Beds Without Wasting Soil

Published on November 27, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Items used to fill raised beds including newspaper, mulch, straw, leaves, and branches.

What is the best way to fill a tall raised bed or large planter without spending a lot of money? The secret is to put your best soil where you need it and fill the rest of the container with other … [Read more...]

How To Grow Vegetables Outdoors in The Winter

Published on August 31, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Snowy winter backyard garden with raised beds for vegetable growing.

Growing vegetables in winter is a new idea for many gardeners but it is possible cold climates. The two keys to success are choosing the right plants and providing sufficient protective covers like … [Read more...]

DIY Tall Raised Bed for Plant Containers & Bins

Published on August 2, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Tall raised garden bed with building plans.

Use these free building plans to created a tall, raised bed perfect for plant containers. The height makes it easy to reach flower pots and the design accommodates plastic bins for winter sowing. Add … [Read more...]

Free Plans to Build Your Own Wood Raised Garden Beds

Published on July 11, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 ♛ By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with fruits and vegetables

Ready to build a raised garden bed? These free beginner plans include designs in different shapes, sizes, and heights to fit a wide range of garden spaces. For more information on choosing lumber, … [Read more...]

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