If it is winter where you are, your garden may be in hibernation. But there is one area that can be used for a variety of gardening activities even now - the raised bed. If you have planned ahead, now ...

Raise your garden to new heights for easier access and greater productivity. Raised beds allow you to overcome poor soil by creating the ideal growing mix. They also make gardening more comfortable ...

When beds sit bare all winter, wind and rain compact the top few inches and leach nutrients you paid for—either with compost ...

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What are the advantages of raised beds? Better Drainage: A raised bed permits plant roots to develop in soil held above water-logged, potentially contaminated, or compacted sites. You can easily ...

In vegetable gardening, time and temperatures are key. Both the air and soil must be warm enough to get a garden on its way. Investing in a soil thermometer is inexpensive and worthwhile if you're ...

Covering raised beds in winter gives your garden a spring head start. Learn when to cover, how to do it, and which materials ...