How To Plant A Garden Raised Bed
Use the right soil mixture.
How to plant a garden raised bed. Most commonly you can do this with some type of enclosure or frame made of wood stone bales of hay or even repurposed material like old dressers. Think about how much sun the bed will receive and plant accordingly. 41 11 x 30 1.
The soil remains more productive because it is not compacted by footsteps. You can also grow store-bought carrots. For a raised bed with legs choose a short variety of carrots.
The location of your raised bed will affect what you can grow in it. Plants in raised beds may be spaced a little closer together because theres no need to allow for walking space as in a row garden. However you do want to resist the temptation to try and fit as many plants in your garden bed as possible.
See my favorite new raised beds here. If its a Gardeners Supply bed youll find the soil quantity listed with the product details. Fill your bed with potting soil thats formulated for raised beds and planters such as our potting mix.
Decide on dimensions that suit your needs. Raised beds next to fences and walls may be in a rain shadow and so require more watering. Cut the bottom part of the carrot put it in a glass of water.
Raised bed gardening involves growing plants in soil that is higher than the ground. Plant lettuce by poking holes in the soil with your finger at 6-inch intervals and sprinkle a few seeds into each hole. Double dig if sides are low.