Innovative vegetable garden: raised beds without digging

Digging up the soil is a common practice among gardeners.

However, many experts believe that this can harm the soil and the microorganisms in it.

Instead, they suggest using the raised bed method, says Anastasia Kovrizhnykh .

What are raised beds and how do they work? Raised beds are special raised areas of soil that are set off at the level of the main garden.

They are usually 30-40 cm high and about 1-1.5 meters wide. Such beds help to preserve the natural state of the soil.

The benefits of raised beds are obvious

Firstly, you don’t waste time and effort digging the ground.

Secondly, such beds improve soil drainage and prevent waterlogging.

Thirdly, they retain heat, which promotes faster and more uniform plant growth.

How to Create Raised Beds

First, determine the place for them on your site. Then mark the boundaries of the beds and begin to form them.

For this you can use different materials: boards, bricks, stones or even plastic sheets.

Fill the beds with fertile soil, compost or humus manure.

What crops can be grown in raised beds? Almost any vegetables, flowers and herbs grow successfully in such beds.

However, take into account the characteristics of each plant. A garden without digging is not only possible, but also effective.

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