Raised bed gardens are a great way to grow healthy plants with fewer weeds and better control over soil conditions. They create a neat, organized space that has fewer pests and is easier to maintain ...

The best fill materials for raised garden beds are the ones that can decompose on their own, like twigs, leaves, straw, and more. Starting your raised bed with a layer of cardboard or newspaper can ...

The deeper a raised bed, the easier it is on your back and the more flexibility you have about the crops you can grow, including those with deep roots. The snag is that filling up a raised bed 24 to ...

How times, and terms, have changed. Up until a few years ago, the term “raised bed” referred to a garden bed that consisted of rich soil perfect for growing vegetables. Such a bed included plenty of ...

Fallen leaves often feel like just garden waste, but they can actually be a valuable resource for your outdoor space.

Straw bale gardens work well for veggies, herbs, and flowers but not perennials or larger plants. Bales need to be conditions for at least 12 days with water and fertilizer before planting. Plant ...

Recently, my wife and I faced an unexpected problem: garden shame. We were preparing to host a large gathering of neighbors at our house — a meeting to discuss sensitive environmental and community ...