Recently, we completedbuilding a barnon our homestead. I had some scrap wood leftover and decided to use it to make new raised beds. If you’re looking for a raised bed design, this may inspire you. Here’s how we created our scrap wood DIY raised garden beds: You’ll Need: Four 2...
I’ve built raised garden beds out of railroad ties or cedar fencing, 2x4s, bricks and even a beautiful woven lattice. But when I got serious about not having to build new raised beds every few years, I developed a simple, sturdy design that anyone can follow. It is the only way I’...
Optimal wood protection: Painting and sealing raised beds ✓Quite simple using a sprayer ► Find out how to protect your raised bed from the weather here!
Mulch can be attractive too, so you might want to try decorative bark or woodchip mulch. Each will provide an attractive surface that adds a decorative and useful finish to flower beds, around the base of trees and along the edges of paths. Make sure you water the ground thoroughly before...
It's that time of year again when the RSPB ask the people of the UK to take part in their annual Big Garden Birdwatch. Here's what to know for 2025...
–Keep your local habitats safe bysticking to the paths. –Make your gardenwildlife-friendlyby setting aside space for nature! You couldbuild abee hotel, have alog pile, or evencreate a pond. –If you own a cat that goes outdoors,put a bell on its collarso thatvulnerable wildlifecan hear...
Ms. Lin invited student volunteers to purchase flowerpots, soil, and seeds and set up a raised wooden frame (hoping the seniors could stand and would not have to bend over) for vegetable gardening. In 2015, Good Toad Studio started the second round of the community garden program, this ...
1. How large is the space you’re trying to protect from deer? For instance, protecting a rural 2 acre property is going to require a different approach than protecting a 4′ x 10′ raised bed in a residential area. 2. Are you only trying to keep deer from eating a few specific pla...
How To Install Weed Control Fabric A weed barrier fabric can be used under shallow raised beds to prevent weed spread.Source: Wally Hartshorn Picking The Right Fabric In general, thickness and weight are good indicators of quality. The thicker and heavier, the more durable the product is likely...
DIY ideas for gardeners are a great way to save money while still getting the most out of your gardens. Whether you are looking to build raised beds, start a compost pile, or build a greenhouse, there are plenty of projects that can help add value and appeal to any garden. In this gu...