Creating A Garden Bed
Here are the basics of clearing your garden spot.
Creating a garden bed. The garden bed should be four feet wide or less. The dimensions of your diy raised garden bed can vary depending on your needs and available space. Plan how many beds you re going to need. There is no assembly required but be sure to drill some drainage holes in the bottom before you add the soil.
Beautiful faux creations demonstrates one of the easiest ways to create raised bed gardens by using animal feeding troughs. Outline the areas of your garden plot that you want to clear. The size is up to you. To create a new garden bed you will need to plan it prepare for it and finally make the bed.
Create a four sided structure using 2 x 10 inch lumber that has been cut to length. A bed that s at least 6 inches high provides ease of access and gives roots plenty of room to grow. If necessary mow the site to cut. It s best to group similar plants and best companions in one bed.
To get your edges straight for a square or rectangular vegetable plot stretch a. But depending on what you re going to plant smaller beds might be a better idea. Clear the surface by first removing plants weeds brush and rock. Mainly preparing a new garden bed means preparing the soil.
Building the garden bed the bed frame can be as simple as 2 x 4s on top of the ground or even patio retaining wall blocks. Anything wider than that can make it difficult to reach the center of the bed. One big bed is more cost effective than several smaller beds.