Gardening Tips: Homegrown Vegetables on Raised Garden Beds in Perth

Raised bed gardening is a convenient and effective type of gardening, perfect for growing vegetables right in the comfort of your home. Raised beds contain a considerable amount of soil enclosed in a planter box that can be made of various materials such as wood, recycled plastic, or even corrugated iron. Raised garden beds in Perth are available in many styles, types and sizes, providing plenty of options for enthusiasts to work out their green thumbs.

variety of different plants in the pots for homegrown vegetables

Aside from variety, however, what makes raised garden beds the most beneficial is the protection plants receive from pathway weeds and pests. It also protects the soil from erosion during seasons of heavy rain. Furthermore, a raised garden bed in Perth can also produce a bountiful yield—all it takes is a matter of strategy.

Spacing

Ample space in between each plant is essential to ensure proper growth. In a single bed, vegetables must be planted in a manner that allows them to reach full size, say, in a triangular pattern. This also allows for more plants to be grown all at the same time, but do take care not to plant too many in the garden bed. Plants become more vulnerable to disease and insect attacks when they are packed too tightly in a small space.

Organic Soil

Raised garden beds help increase the average yield. Well-tended organic soil stimulates growth of the plants roots, allowing for more nutrition intake and healthier produce. A routine removal of weeds, rocks and sod is essential, while a healthy layer of manure or compost should also be added for fertilization. Use tested soil mixes to help in the growth of the vegetables.

Interplanting

Interplanting not only saves space but time as well. Design a compatible combination of plants in a single garden bed to maximise growth as these plants can help each other grow. Some examples of compatible combinations are: tomatoes and cabbages, cucumbers and nasturtium and peppers and ragweed.

Narrow and Sturdy Design

A narrow design allows you to easily reach the middle of the raised garden bed from both sides. This is important for planting and tending as it requires less movement, as well as reduces the strain on your back. Also, the raised garden bed needs to be long-lasting. Sturdy materials like corrugated iron, concrete or resistant lumber could also be used in constructing the proper raised garden bed.

 (Source: 7 Secrets for a High-Yield Vegetable Garden, Organic Gardening)

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