Can Miracles Happen? Raised Bed Gardening: What’s the Big Deal?

Introduction

Alright, let me guess: you’re here because you’ve heard the hype about raised bed gardening, and now you’re wondering what all the fuss is about. You’re probably thinking, “Surely it can’t be that great, right?” Well, you cynic, you’re in for a treat. I’ll break down the benefits of this gardening method and even throw in some information about the so-called ‘best’ soil blend for your beds.

Get ready to have your mind blown – or not.

#1 No More Bending Over (For the Most Part)

One of the most obvious benefits of raised bed gardening is that you won’t have to break your back bending over to tend to your plants. That’s right – raised beds elevate the garden, making it easier to work with your plants without putting as much strain on your body. It’s only taken us thousands of years to figure this out, but hey, who’s counting?

(Source: “Raised Bed Gardening 101“, Planet Natural Research Center)

#2 Better Drainage (Because Who Likes Drowning Plants?)

Alright, let’s talk about drainage. Traditional in-ground gardens can sometimes hold too much water, which can be a death sentence for your beloved plants. With raised beds, you have better drainage, which means you can say goodbye to drowning your plants in a watery grave. And if you’re not impressed yet, just wait until we get to the part about soil quality.

(Source: “The Benefits of Raised Bed Gardening“, Gardener’s Supply Company)

#3 High-Quality Soil (Because We All Know You’re a Soil Snob)

Okay, so one of the more significant advantages of this type of gardening is the ability to have complete control over the soil you’re using. No more complaining about the lousy soil in your yard. With raised beds, you get to choose the perfect soil blend to suit your plants’ needs, like the soil snob you always knew you were.

We’ll talk about the so-called ‘best’ soil blend later, but for now, just know that raised beds give you the freedom to customize the soil to your heart’s content.

(Source: “7 Benefits of Raised Bed Gardens“, National Garden Bureau)

#4 Fewer Weeds (So You Can Spend More Time Doing Anything Else)

Let’s face it, nobody likes weeding. But when beds are above the ground, you’ll have fewer weeds to worry about, which means more time to kick back and relax. Since you’re filling your beds with high-quality soil, there are fewer opportunities for weeds to find their way in. Plus, the elevated design makes it harder for weeds to spread from the surrounding area.

All in all, raised beds mean less weeding and more bragging rights for you.

(Source: “10 Expert Tips for Raised Garden Beds and Planters“, EarthEasy)

#5 Pest Control (Because Nobody Likes Uninvited Guests)

If you’re tired of battling pests, raised beds might just be the answer to your prayers. The elevated design makes it harder for certain pests, like rabbits and rodents (squirrels), to reach your precious plants. And if you’re really serious about keeping pests away rather than harming or threatening them, raised beds are the way to go.

In our next post, we will discuss other great benefits to leveraging raised beds for growing award winning vegetables and making your next door neighbor envy your green thumbness.

Thanks for reading…

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