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Welcome to the last in our series on raised bed gardening. As you probably know by now, we received so many responses from my email group that this raised bed podcast turned into a three-part series. If you would like to join the conversation and contribute to future topics, I invite you to click the … Read more

Build this raised bed with benches for a garden thats high off the ground, with seating on all four sides. Ideal for people with back or knee issues. This half-day project makes gardening easier and more comfortable. Its higher than most raised beds, so you dont have to bend over quite as much, plus it … Read more

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

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

For any gardener looking to start a new garden bed or expand their current garden a composite raised garden bed kit is an excellent option to consider. Raised garden beds provide many benefits over traditional in-ground gardening and composite kits are one of the easiest ways to get a durable and long-lasting raised bed installed … Read more

A corner of your yard or garden often goes overlooked and underutilized. But with a raised garden bed, you can transform that unused space into a beautiful and functional part of your landscape. Corner raised beds are an ingenious way to add planting space, heighten visual interest, and boost productivity in awkward corners. There are … Read more

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

Jasmine flowers are known for their sweet, exotic fragrance and delicate white petals These flowers are highly symbolic in Indian culture and commonly used in weddings, religious ceremonies, and other celebrations. If you’re looking to purchase fresh jasmine flowers for a special occasion or just to brighten up your home, it’s nice to know you … Read more

Growing juicy, flavorful tomatoes is a rewarding experience for any gardener. And raising them in raised garden beds can take your tomato growing to the next level. Raised beds offer many advantages over traditional in-ground gardening. The soil warms up quicker in the spring, drains better, and is easier to amend and enrich. This makes … Read more

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