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Raised garden beds can remain productive for many years, but they rarely stay in perfect condition without some maintenance. After several growing seasons, soil levels may drop, wooden boards may begin to deteriorate, nutrients can become depleted, and the bed…

Raised garden beds are often easier to keep tidy than traditional in-ground gardens, but they are not completely weed-free. Weed seeds can arrive through soil, compost, wind, birds, or even gardening tools, and unwanted plants can quickly compete with vegetables…

Raised garden beds are often chosen because they provide better control over soil conditions than traditional in-ground gardens. However, simply building a bed above ground does not guarantee perfect drainage. When excess water remains around plant roots for too long,…

When the final vegetables have been harvested and cold nights begin arriving, it can be tempting to simply leave your raised garden beds alone until spring. But a little work before winter can make a noticeable difference when the next…

The first warm days of spring can make it tempting to grab a packet of seeds and start planting immediately. But a raised garden bed that has spent several months exposed to winter weather benefits from a little preparation before…

How Often Should You Water a Raised Garden Bed? One of the most common questions new raised-bed gardeners ask is surprisingly difficult to answer with a fixed number: How often should I water my raised garden bed? For many established…