We started last weekend constructing and planning our raised bed garden. My husband purchased the untreated Douglas Fir wood at Dixieland Lumber. He was able to construct the large bed and split it into two 12 x 5 foot planting areas in less than 20 minutes. Purchasing your own wood vs buying a pre-constructed raised bed saves a lot of money. The purchase amount for the wood and other materials was only $60. You can see his handiwork in the photos shown below. He is also planning on placing supports along the front of the beds to keep it stable after we put the dirt inside. We have ordered the dirt and it will be delivered on Thursday. We will then purchase an organic topsoil to mix in. We purchased a compost bin from Sam’s Club for $38 and plan to start composting in the next few days. My husband is also planning on making another bed or two this weekend. We have a large hill (pictured) in which we will plant our corn, pumpkins and melons such as cantaloupe, watermelon and honeydew. Also you will see my oldest daughter’s, Audriana, mini greenhouse seed starter. She has planted green onions and multi-colored peppers. Some of her seeds began sprouting today. Yesterday, I went outside with my two youngest girls and they started seeds with their Sesame Street gardening kits that we purchased at Lowe’s. They planted pumpkins and tomatoes and should sprout within the next 7-10. The timing should be perfect. The plants should be good and ready to plant in the ground once the soil is prepared.
This was before the dividers were put in.
After the dividers were put in. The small area will be a work space.
A view of one of the corners from inside the bed.
The connection between the two boards in the front/center.
This is where we stand till tomorrow when the dirt is delivered.
We will plant corn, pumpkins and melons on the hill.
Fiona and Mia's pumpkin and tomato seeds
Audriana's mini greenhouse with onions and multi colored peppers.
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