Raised-bed gardening
Get the latest news, expert advice, and features on raised-bed gardening from the Gardening Know How team to help your garden thrive.
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How To Build A Raised Garden Bed For Cheap
Raised garden beds don’t have to cost a lot, and can sometimes be built with what’s already available. Read on for ideas.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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What Is A No-Dig Garden Bed: How To Make A No-Till Garden
Why are no-dig or no-till garden beds so popular? Because they're better for the environment, better for your plants, and much easier on your back. Discover how to create one in your yard.
By Liz Baessler
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Raised Bed Cactus Garden – Growing Cactus In Raised Beds
Raised cactus garden beds allow you to have a wide selection of prickly flora without worrying about foot traffic in the area.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Raised Beds Vs. Sunken Beds: Differences Between Raised And Sunken Beds
Deciding between raised beds vs. sunken beds really depends on your soil condition and region – and perhaps your personal preference too. Learn more here.
By Bonnie Grant
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Pros and Cons of Raised Bed Gardening
By Amy Grant
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Mounded Raised Beds: How To Make An Unframed Raised Bed
If you're like most gardeners, you think of raised beds as structures enclosed and raised above the ground by some sort of frame. But raised beds with no walls also exist, and these mounded raised beds are also great for home gardens.
By Ilana Goldowitz Jimenez
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Formal Raised Bed Flower Garden Design Ideas
Planning for a raised bed full of flowers takes some forethought and know how. Read on to learn about creating a formal raised bed.
By Tonya Barnett
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Easy Raised Bed Lighting Design
Consider lighting up your raised garden beds for safety, convenience and nighttime ambience.
By Amy Grant
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Raised Bed On A Balcony – Creating A Raised Apartment Garden
If you live in an apartment, you may think a raised bed is out of the question, but with a little ingenuity, it's very possible. Read on for balcony raised bed ideas and tips.
By Mary H. Dyer
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Can I Paint Raised Beds? – How To Paint A Raised Garden Bed
If you paint a raised garden bed, that color helps enliven the space year-round. But there can be issues with painted raised beds. Discover how to get it right.
By Teo Spengler
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Stacking Garden Beds – How To Stack Garden Planters
If you’ve never heard of stacked garden beds, read on. We’ll give you the ins and outs of stackable raised beds as well as stack garden planters.
By Teo Spengler
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DIY Cold Frame Ideas: Converting Raised Beds To Cold Frames
To convert summer beds to winter gardens, you can make an easy cold frame for raised beds you already have in the yard.
By Mary Ellen Ellis
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Best Place To Put A Raised Garden Bed - Choosing A Location For Raised Beds
Garden bed plans must consider location. A raised bed layout should take into consideration all plant factors as well.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Raised Vegetable Gardens - How To Make A Homemade Raised Garden
Are you looking for a vegetable garden that is easy to maintain? Consider growing your garden in raised garden boxes. A raised vegetable garden is easy to create, and this article can help get you started.
By Nikki Tilley
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DIY Recycled Raised Garden Beds
Raised garden beds can be expensive, but there are alternatives. Read on for some DIY ideas for making upcycled raised garden beds.
By Bonnie L. Grant
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Pros And Cons Of Raised Bed Gardening
Raised beds can be convenient and helpful for many gardeners, but there can be disadvantages if one doesn’t think ahead.
By Laura Miller
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Raised Bed Soil Depth: How Much Soil Goes In A Raised Bed
There are many reasons to create raised beds in the landscape or garden. How much soil goes in a raised bed depends on the bed height, and what will be grown. Find out how to establish the perfect depth.
By Darcy Larum