Gardeners may want to consider raised beds because they tend to warm up and dry out more quickly in the spring for early planting, and they allow you to garden regardless of soil condition since they often have less compaction, better drainage, and don’t require tilling. If you’re new to gardening, small, raised beds are a manageable space to maintain, and the height and accessibility can be modified to accommodate people of all ages and abilities. Raised beds also make it easier to incorporate season extension techniques like row covers or add shade cloth or insect netting to protect your plants.
Gardening in Raised Bed and Containers in the Northern Great Plains
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