The Raised Bed Book

Get the Most from Your Raised Bed, Every Step of the Way

DK

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Hardback

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DK
27 February 2024

Garden design & planning; Gardening: flowers; Gardening: growing fruit & vegetables

A practical guide to construction and planting, and an inspiring book of creative ideas

Whether you want to garden at a more accessible height, improve soil fertility, nurture plants with particular needs, or simply enjoy a closer sensory experience, growing in raised beds will help you reach new heights in the garden.

Raised beds are possible in any sized garden, even on balconies, but it needs expert advice to create the optimum growing conditions, achieve the most practical use of space tailored to your individual needs, and ensure longevity of the raised bed structure.

Featuring clear diagrams, inspired planting plans, and step-by-step photography of beds built from scratch, this book will be the ultimate guide on your raised bed journey.

In addition, 8 international gardeners share their love for raised beds and provide planting designs that will open your eyes to creative possibilities.

From siting and designing, choosing materials and growing media, to ongoing maintenance and how best to care for your plants, The Raised Bed Book is the final word on growing above ground.

By: DK
Imprint: DK
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 239mm, Width: 201mm, Spine: 24mm
Weight: 872g
ISBN: 9780241648728
ISBN 10: 0241648726
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 27 February 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

David Hurrion is a gardening journalist, tutor, lecturer and RHS judge. For more than 20 years he has written and edited for the main British gardening magazines, currently as Associate Editor for BBC Gardeners' World Magazine. He has appeared as a regular contributor and an expert commentator on TV and radio. David has designed, built and planted gardens at most of the major garden shows in the UK, including Chelsea Flower Show. He teaches a range of courses and masterclasses, from garden design to soil science, including with The Master Gardeners of San Diego in California.