The benefits of using raised beds to grow vegetables and other plants have long been recognised by gardeners. They allow you to focus your growing area in one section of the garden, and the raised soil is naturally warmer, which means that the growing season is extended. One of the other advantages they provide is that they also make for attractive garden features in their own right.
Raised Garden Beds
With a raised bed in your garden you can be guaranteed of a dedicated growing area for your plants, vegetables and herbs that will maximise their potential for growth. The raised soil is naturally warmer than ground soil, which means that these beds can provide an extended growing time.
The beds are designed to be a specific width so that the centre can be easily accessed without the need for stepping on the soil. Because the crops are never stepped on, the soil is free to breathe without danger of compaction. The fact the plants can grow in a concentrated area minimises the opportunities for weeds to shoot through, and the looser soil provides excellent drainage. Another advantage of raised beds is that they allow gardeners to use soil mixtures created specifically for the varieties they are planning to grow. Carrots, onions, lettuces, potatoes and tomatoes are just a few of the many foods that can flourish in raised garden beds.