If you speak gardening you know what the title of this blog means. Over the last few years I have learned a lot from my gardening experience. I have had large gardens and small gardens. This year I decided to tackle raised beds. I have a small usable garden space this year. Raised beds can be a challenge but I was able to tackle it in four easy steps.
The first thing you need to do is pick out the frame. There are many ready made kits for raised gardens. I looked at many ready made kits and none suited my needs or my budget. My wonderful father in law agreed to help me build my own. It was easier than I thought. Just find the wood you want to use and cut it yourself or find someone with the right tools to cut it for you.
Next thing you want to do is make sure it drains well. We drilled holes in the bottom of my bed. I then added a layer of newspaper to the bottom. If you bought a kit check to make sure it can drain well and then place a layer of newspaper to the bottom.
This next step is very important. You need to do your research and fill your raised bed with quality soil. The type of soil you put in will determine the healthiness of your harvest. I chose organic soil and natural compost. I will go into why I chose organic soil in another blog post. It is important to make sure the soil you use is rich in natural nutrients to help your plants grow.
The last step is the most fun. Choose your plants and put them in the beds. The best thing to do is make sure you grow things you eat. I also like to try to grow something new each season. I also use lots of herbs to cook, so I like to include an herb section in the garden.
Gardening is a very relaxing experience. Enjoy the season and stay on top of your garden. Make sure to read about the pests and diseases that may plague your plants. Keep track of your harvest so you know what you need to do the following year. Let me know how things go with your raised bed.
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