Raised Garden Bed

Raised garden beds elevate the art and science of gardening by literally raising the growing surface above native ground level, creating contained planting areas with superior drainage, improved soil quality, and ergonomic working height. These structured growing environments have become enormously popular among home gardeners because they solve many of the most common gardening frustrations: poor native soil, inadequate drainage, weed invasion, and the physical strain of bending to ground level for extended periods. The advantages of raised beds extend beyond convenience to measurable growing performance. Soil in raised beds warms earlier in spring, extending the growing season by weeks. Gardeners control the exact soil composition, optimizing fertility and drainage for specific crops. Defined bed edges reduce weed encroachment and provide clear boundaries that prevent soil compaction from foot traffic. Heights range from modest 6-inch borders that simply define planting zones to waist-high 30-inch structures that enable comfortable gardening from a standing position or wheelchair, making food production accessible to gardeners of all physical abilities.