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Different gardening methods

Raised beds

ade from wood, bricks, corrugated iron or other materials that elevate the soil. The benefits of this method are that the raised soil allows for better drainage, and the height of the beds makes them practical as it reduces the amount of bending required. To cut down on costs, use materials available to you or buy them secondhand. The ideal width for raised beds is roughly 4 feet - that way

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