Many yards in our area have precious little space for both recreation and gardening. Building raised beds has become a popular way to conserve usable backyard space while still adding capacity to grow herbs and vegetables. Raised beds contain loosely packed soil that allows for better drainage than Portland’s soil, which is high in clay content. Raised beds also provide warmer soil and an enhanced growing environment because the sides of the beds are heated by the sun. This can allow for a longer growing season. Another benefit of installing raised beds is that the follow up care of your plants is easier, as there is less bending required when pulling weeds or harvesting the vegetables and herbs.
Not only are raised beds a useful addition to your home garden, but they can be aesthetically pleasing as well!
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