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Landscaping (raised beds)
Posted on 3/13/24 at 4:17 pm
Posted on 3/13/24 at 4:17 pm
Looking to build some beds like the below along my back fence. Just looking for tips from those who have done so in the past.
What did you use to make the wall? What'd you do to prepare the ground where the wall would go? Did you put something on the backside along the fence so the fence isn't taking the weight of the dirt inside?
How would one do this look, but also make it where you can plant larger plants in as well, I assume you would plant those at more ground level to accommodate their root system?
What did you use to make the wall? What'd you do to prepare the ground where the wall would go? Did you put something on the backside along the fence so the fence isn't taking the weight of the dirt inside?
How would one do this look, but also make it where you can plant larger plants in as well, I assume you would plant those at more ground level to accommodate their root system?
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Posted on 3/13/24 at 4:54 pm to DukeSilver
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What did you use to make the wall? What'd you do to prepare the ground where the wall would go? Did you put something on the backside along the fence so the fence isn't taking the weight of the dirt inside?
1) that’s entirely up to you. Your picture shows concrete masonry units which are certainly an option. Other options include dimensional lumber, Timbers or ties, etc
2)if there’s grass there now just dump your new dirt right on top
3) you should put a barrier between the fence and the bed or the constant ground contact will rot the fence boards. Options include an impervious barrier such as heavy mil plastic, a waterproofing paint, or another wall of the bed
Posted on 3/13/24 at 6:52 pm to DukeSilver
Retaining wall blocks make for an attractive raised bed.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:03 am to DukeSilver
You need to make the wall free standing. Wall on all 4 sides, not piled up against the fence. Your fence cannot take the weight pushing on it, and needs to breathe to keep it from rotting. Keep about 18" from the fence at ground level, fill with gravel, and spray with roundup.
Posted on 3/14/24 at 8:09 am to DukeSilver
Depending on what you want, I have seen some cinderblock raised beds that look good. You can actually use cinderblocks as a means to individually section out specific plants. I imagine if you're building along a stone/brick wall, you should be fine to just do 3 sides of the bed because the weight of the material should hold the dirt back.
EDIT: thinking about it more and seeing it mentioned, probably safer to build a four wall bed due to the weight of everything. The higher you build, the more reinforcement you'll need.
You can also top the end pieces with pavers if you don't like that look.
Here are some very elaborate beds with stains and mitered corners.
I think this looks pretty modern for a Louisiana home. Half wood/half sheet metal. Should be more durable than straight up wood.
This is what we're likely going to have with ours. A standard 2' thick board with nothing fancy going on.
EDIT: thinking about it more and seeing it mentioned, probably safer to build a four wall bed due to the weight of everything. The higher you build, the more reinforcement you'll need.
You can also top the end pieces with pavers if you don't like that look.
Here are some very elaborate beds with stains and mitered corners.
I think this looks pretty modern for a Louisiana home. Half wood/half sheet metal. Should be more durable than straight up wood.
This is what we're likely going to have with ours. A standard 2' thick board with nothing fancy going on.
This post was edited on 3/14/24 at 8:13 am
Posted on 3/14/24 at 10:34 am to BilbeauTBaggins
Yeah I was thinking some sort of paver stones.
Dig a 6 inch trench, fill with crushed rock then top with sand to help level the stones.
Dig a 6 inch trench, fill with crushed rock then top with sand to help level the stones.
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