Raised beds
Raised beds refers to plots of land where the soil is separated from
the ground. Gardening in raised beds has many advantages including that the
soil warms up faster and drains better. It is also used to improve access for
people with limited mobility, and in places where there is concern about
soil contamination.
Getting started
Naturallife lists a number of advantages to growing in raised beds and gives start up tips.
These sites will get you thinking about design:
If you want to build your own beds, these websites offer instructions:
Shopping
If you don't want to build your own, you can buy ready-made systems or have beds installed. Looking at catalogs can also give you design ideas.
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