Grow Box Gardening

If you're interested in building a raised bed in your backyard, there are a few important factors to consider:   1. Where do you plan to construct your raised bed? 2. What materials will you need to build it? 3. What size do you intend for your raised bed to be? Where are you planning to construct your raised bed? Finding  A Good Location When choosing a location to construct your raised bed you should apply the following  simple guidelines: Environmental Conditions   Your raised bed should be located in an open area where the plants can receive at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Some plants, however, thrive well in less than 6 hours of full sunlight.  While plants thrive in bright light, they can be adversely affected by excessive heat generated by that light.   It's important to avoid shaded areas, as plants require light for photosynthesis, growth, and development. ACCESS   Your raised bed should be placed in an area that a...

What will you need to construct your raised bed or Grow Box TT ? Before building your raised bed, ensure you have all the necessary tools, equipment, and materials. Below are some essential items you'll need. *Spirit Level        * Hammer       * Square       * Tape measure       * String/twine      *Stakes   Wooden or metal stakes                                                                              The stakes should be approximately 3 feet long and sturdy enough to not move when the string is tied to them.   Wheel Barrow Using a wheelbarrow can greatly simplify the transportation of heavier materials, such as concrete blocks, especia...

So you have selected your site , decided what size of raised bed  you will be constructing, and gathered your tools, equipment, and materials . You are now ready to construct your raised bed. -------------------- 🔅-------------------- STEP 1 - Leveling the surface If the base of your raised bed is a concrete or asphalt surface, chances are it is already level. If however, you are using a dirt surface then you will have some work to do. Using a garden hoe, a garden rake, and any other garden tools you feel are necessary, level the surface for the base of your raised bed by removing all weeds, rubble, stones, etc. Break up any large clumps of soil. If necessary, you may want to add some sharp sand or plastering sand to the area to help make the base of the raised bed nice and level. When you have completed your task, the surface for the base of your raised bed  should look something like this: -------------------- 🔅-------------------- STE...

Soilless Growing Medium? What is it? If you are confused by this term, it simply means NOT dirt or field soil. It is the material that you will fill the newly constructed raised bed with. Understanding the functions of growing media is important since it will help you decide which is best suited for your raised bed or grow box garden. Growing medium has several functions:- 1) It supports the plant by giving the plant roots anchorage. 2) It supplies the roots with water, nutrients, and air. What material is best suited for the Raised Bed or Grow Box?  The material that you choose should: 1) allow the plant roots to grow freely in between the particles of the material. 2) allow air and water to travel through the pore spaces. 3) be able to hold enough water and nutrients to keep your plant healthy. 4) allow excess water to drain away easily and prevent waterlogging. If excess water does not drain away and fills up the pore spaces in the growing medium, then plant roots cann...