As a gardening enthusiast I often get asked about the ideal watering frequency for raised garden beds. Proper watering is vital for healthy plant growth but knowing the right schedule can be tricky with raised beds. Unlike in-ground gardens, raised beds tend to lose moisture more quickly and require more frequent watering. In this comprehensive … Read more
Curved raised garden beds are a gorgeous way to add flair and functionality to any outdoor space. Their flowing, organic shapes create visual interest while maximizing planting area. Curved beds also allow easy access from all sides compared to traditional straight raised beds. In this article, we’ll explore 25 stunning curved raised garden bed ideas … Read more
Installing an efficient irrigation system is one of the best ways to ensure your raised garden beds thrive. With the right watering setup, your plants will grow stronger, produce higher yields, and be healthier overall. In this complete guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about planning, choosing, installing, and maintaining raised bed irrigation … Read more
Whether you want to plant vegetables or create a new flower bed, there are several different ways to convert lawn into gardening space. I’m going to share with you the various methods I have used. What works and what doesn’t, and tips for creating your new garden bed. Before you even begin to start the … 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
As an avid gardener, I’ve learned that maintaining the quality of soil is essential for getting the best harvests from raised garden beds year after year Though fresh potting mix seems full of potential that first season, the soil inevitably becomes compacted and depleted after a growing cycle or two. Refreshing your raised bed soil … Read more
As an avid YouTube gardening video binge-watcher, imagine my absolute delight when I saw the collaboration between Epic Gardening’s Kevin Espiritu and the legendary Charles Dowding on how to make a no-dig garden bed. This video came out at the perfect time for me. I had just decided to expand beyond my apartment patio and … Read more
Ants are a common nuisance in gardens, especially in raised beds. While ants can benefit gardens by aerating soil and dispersing seeds, they can also damage plants by farming sap-sucking insects like aphids and disrupting roots. Getting rid of ants in garden beds takes some persistence, but is possible using natural or chemical methods. Why … Read more
In our early days of gardening with raised beds, we fought the same battles many gardeners face: pests, weeds, and dry soil. As our experience grew, we learned that adding a layer of mulch tackled all these problems at the same time. Now we would never garden without it. Raised garden beds have gained tremendous … Read more
When you open up a bag of commercial potting mix, you expect to see little white specks in it without really questioning why they’re there. But what is perlite, really? What is perlite made of? What does it do for the soil, and is there a reason to add more? Whether it’s in your favorite … Read more