Just about everybody agrees that raised beds are the way to grow vegetables in a home garden, especially when your alleged “soil” is lousy clay or construction fill. Raised beds elevate plants up and ...

A series of raised garden beds painted white and planted with chili peppers, bell peppers, kale, sunflowers, marigolds, and ...

Finding success with a raised vegetable garden always begins with the soil. The best type of soil mix should balance nutrients, proper drainage, and room to breathe. Vegetables tend to demand a higher ...

Learn how to build a simple DIY cinder block raised bed for home gardening! This easy project is perfect for growing vegetables, herbs, or flowers while maximizing space and improving soil drainage.

If you have been thinking of starting a vegetable garden, consider building or buying a raised bed. Raised beds are popular for a variety of reasons. They drain faster than typical garden beds due to ...

Whether you have a small yard, rocky terrain, or less-than-ideal soil, raised beds are a wonderful way to grow a bountiful garden. This method is one of Martha’s favorite ways to grow vegetables, and ...

Expert DIYer April Wilkerson constructs DIY raised garden beds, creating a backyard oasis for planting and growing vegetables.

Lauren is a writer and architectural designer living and working in Brooklyn, NY. In addition to being a writer at Forbes, she works as a freelance architectural designer specializing in residential ...

Q: I’d like to build some new raised beds for vegetable and herb gardens. I’m wary about what materials would be safe around edibles. I like to recycle when possible, so can I use reclaimed wood? A: ...