WE want to do some raised bed gardening, How deep or rather how high?
Question by Sharon M: WE want to do some raised bed gardening, How deep or rather how high?
We do not have a tillable garden spot. Too many roots, so we are thinking about some raised beds made from landscape timbers. We just want room for some tomatos,peppers and cucumbers. I have been thinking two’by eight’ by three courses high.Will this do, or have you suggestions?
Thanks to all of you so much. I wish I could give you all ten points, but I will wait to decide. thanks again
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It would do. Remember that one of the primary purposes of raised bed gardening is to put the work at a comfortable height. Roughly six inches short of waist level, for most gardeners. Make the beds somewhat narrow, say room for just two plants, so you don’t have to climb up into your raised bed. I’d go with pressure-treated, though you may be worried about the chemicals leaching into the soil. Personally, I would not be concerned. You want this to last a good long time.
Lawnboy & Luna
May 11, 2011 at 12:20 am
A perfectly suitable grow box may only be 8 inches deep according to the book “More Food From Your Garden” by J. R. Mittleider. Keep in mind most growing plants have the bulk of their roots near the surface for moisture and nutrient uptake, with some large anchoring roots that go deeper. Check out http://foodforeveryone.org for online information from the same author.
Kenslice
May 11, 2011 at 12:46 am
Depending on what roots you have around, be aware that they can invade your raised bed too
I have a raised bed for roses, the willow trees on the other side of the driveway decided it was a good spot also
expat
May 11, 2011 at 1:40 am
I have raised beds from old refridgerators. Took doors off, inside shelves and other removeable things inside. Laid them on their backs, drilled holes on the “floor” of the fridge, put heavy plastic inside and fill with dirt. Walaa instant raised gardens. Make sure the holes are also in the plastic for drainage. I have 15 and full of flowers & veggies.
Good height too.
dotsfriend
May 11, 2011 at 1:46 am