Top 13 Raised Beds Projects

1. 1. Raised Bed Gardens

   The biggest challenge to first-time gardeners is problem soils, but that problem can be solved with these tips on raised...

2. 2. Tips for a Raised-Bed Vegetable Garden

   DIY Network experts give tips on growing vegetables in raised beds. It takes less space, while allowing vegetables to be...

3. 3. How to Build Raised Garden Beds

   

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   Follow these simple steps to clear the space, prep the soil and shield against weeds for raised garden beds.

   Time:

   Several Weekends

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy to Moderate

4. 4. Horticultural Therapy

   DIY Network visits a garden at a local hospital, which features a gardening therapy program for patients in rehabilitati...

5. 5. Tips for Planting a Raised Bed

   Almost any plant will grow well in a raised bed. DIY experts offer some tips for keeping plants healthy.

6. 6. Easier Gardening for Seniors

   DIY experts discuss the benefits of raised beds and vertical gardening, the proper way to kneel and to bend, and how to ...

7. 7. How To Construct Planting Boxes

   

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   A series of different-sized boxes can provide a useful space for raised gardening.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $250 - $500

   Difficulty:

   Easy

8. 8. How to Build a Stone Raised Bed

   

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   Learn how to build a raised garden bed using recycled concrete rubble recovered from an old patio as the border material...

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

9. 9. How to Plant a Raised Garden

   

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   Raised gardens allow for a longer growing season, and the plants can grow closer together so beds are more productive.

   Time:

   Day

   Cost:

   $50 - $100

   Difficulty:

   Easy

10. 10. Tips for Raised Beds

    Raised beds can be as simple as mounding up soil into a deep, wide planting area. DIY experts offer a few tips on how to...

11. 11. How to Grow Tomatoes in a Raised Bed

    

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    Are your tomato plants not getting enough drainage? Follow these handy tips on growing tomatoes in a raised bed.

    Time:

    Day

    Cost:

    $50 - $100

    Difficulty:

    Easy to Moderate

12. 12. How To Build a Raised Bed

    

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    A raised bed can eliminate soil problems and make gardening much easier. Not only is the soil fluffy and easy to work, b...

    Time:

    Under Half Day

    Cost:

    $1 - $50

    Difficulty:

    Easy