The weather has been fantastic, in the 70’s and at times
overcast. Honestly, I couldn’t ask for
much more and I finally removed myself from heavy distractions so I could
rediscover “new beginnings” in our raised bed garden.
I ended up redoing the garden layout due to shifting from rainfall. I liked what we created previously, but I just knew with our soil those heavy corners would always move and that would drive me crazy.
So instead of nine beds I went with six and established each one on more of a flat surface.
Raised Bed Brick Corners and Boards
My garden progress was pretty fantastic, the soil smelled
like heaven and talk about fluffy.
I feel so blessed to be working with dirt that’s been sitting still for 150
years.
I’ve been sharing some of these images on Instagram and several have messaged asking where I got those corners and what are they made of. Originally, we were going to cast our own corners.
Instead, we went to Home Depot and picked out a bundle of their concrete planter wall blocks. They were priced rather modest. Getting the ground level was a bit of a challenge and I can see where a few adjustments may be necessary once I begin filling them with soil.
I used three tools, a shovel, rake and this nifty little tiller from Home Depot to break up the ground.
The boards are pine; they were sealed with a natural clear coating. You can see they are slightly discoloring which I really like. They will eventually blend beautifully with the pine trees in the background.
Next Up
My next project is to clear that back area where the weeds took over. You can't see it but beneath those weeds sits a wonderful pile of soil just waiting on me to relocate.
Working outside and breathing in the fresh air is the best, I mean really what could be better? Well maybe a furry friend as
my garden companion but that too will come when the time is right.
This garden really does feel like a new beginning. I’ve got several projects brewing before this space will be ready for planting so I might just focus on filling the beds and plant next spring.
See the Good,
Carole
If you like this project, you will be interested in my new book, Garden Up Green.
This is an excellent resource with DIY projects for gardeners who want to grow in raised beds.
