How To Fill a Raised Garden Bed for a Successful Harvest

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We’ll start with the simplest option – filling your raised beds with pre-mixed store-bought soil.

Pre-mixed Raised Bed Soil

A cheaper way to fill raised beds is to make your own soil mix, as the individual components are often sold at a far lower price.

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DIY Soil Mix

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The lasagna method involves creating layers of organic materials that will decompose over time to create nutrient-rich soil.

Lasagna Method

Soil from your garden can be used to fill raised beds but should be mixed with compost to improve fertility and drainage.

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Garden Soil

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Making compost takes time, but the result is a rich, nutrient-dense organic material that guarantees fantastic plant growth.

Homemade Compost

Simple, low-cost, and incredibly effective! Simply line the base of your raised bed with straw bales, using loose straw to fill in any gaps.

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Straw Bale Method