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How to Protect Garden Bed Wood for Maximum Longevity

There are many benefits to gardening in raised beds or planter boxes: the improved ergonomics, clean appearance, ability to fill them with quality soil and compost, and it’s easier to block out pests. I love raised beds! Yet one of the few drawbacks is that they don’t last forever (and, they aren’t exactly cheap). So, … Read more

Grow Vibrant Cosmos in Your Garden Beds for Season-Long Color

Cosmos is a flowering warm-season annual commonly grown from seed. A staple of cottage-style borders, cosmos produce cheerful daisy-like flowers from summer into fall. Even beginner gardeners will enjoy success with this easy to grow flower. Though individual flowers last just several days, the buds are produced in clusters along the stems for long-lasting color … Read more

Raised Circular Garden Beds: A Unique and Appealing Option for Gardeners

Raised garden beds are a popular gardening method that provides many benefits over traditional in-ground planting. The contained design allows for superior drainage, fewer weeds, and easier access without compacting surrounding soil. While rectangular raised beds are the most common shape, circular raised beds offer a unique stylish alternative for your backyard or garden space. … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Raised Garden Beds for Growing Raspberries

Raspberries are one of the most delicious and delicate of berry crops. Their distinctive aroma and tart flavor make raspberries a favorite of home gardeners, and Oregon is a great place to grow them. Raspberries are caneberries, a group which also includes blackberries and raspberry-blackberry hybrids. Caneberry plants produce fruit on hard, woody stems called … Read more

How to Line a Garden Bed for Maximum Plant Health

Raised garden beds are excellent to grow vegetables in, however, finding inexpensive and toxin-free materials can be a real challenge. You’re probably thinking about using a raised bed liner to create a safe barrier, and you’re onto something there! I’ve been experimenting with different raised bed materials for years and have finally landed on the … Read more

The Complete Guide to Raised Garden Bed Corners

When building a raised garden bed, one of the most important components are the corners. The raised bed corners connect the sides of the bed together and provide structural integrity. Choosing the right corners is essential for creating a raised bed that will last for years to come. In this complete guide, we’ll look at … Read more