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Buying Soil For Your Garden? Read This First

Published on November 30, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Digging garden soil with a shovel.

Every gardener will buy soil or soil amendments at some point, but why is this simple task so confusing? What's the best product to buy? Whether you choose bags or a bulk delivery, there are things to … [Read more...]

How to Fill Tall Raised Beds (Safe & Low-Cost Ideas)

Published on November 27, 2021 â™› 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 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 harmless materials. … [Read more...]

How To Grow Vegetables Outdoors in The Winter

Published on August 31, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 â™› 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 â™› 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 Raised Bed Building Plans

Published on July 11, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Homemade raised garden bed with an assortment of vegetables.

Ready to build a raised garden bed? These free plans for beginners offer several designs in various shapes, sizes, and heights to suit a variety of growing spaces. For more information on choosing … [Read more...]

DIY Raised Garden Bed with Built-in Privacy Wall

Published on July 3, 2021Last updated October 3, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with built-in privacy wall.

This DIY project combines a large, raised garden bed with a privacy wall to block out your neighbor's view of your garden while providing a good size growing space. I have provided plans for building … [Read more...]

25 Vegetable Garden Design & Layout Ideas (With Photos)

Published on May 9, 2021Last updated October 4, 2021 â™› By Melissa J. Will

Raised garden bed with rows of vegetables.

These vegetable garden ideas will inspire you to grow food in whatever space you have. Whether you choose raised beds, containers, or planting in the ground, you can grow vegetables from spring to … [Read more...]

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