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Another way to maximize space is raised beds. We bought these one year but we later made more large beds by using 2x8 pieces of lumber and put shade cloth on the bottom of them to keep the weeds out.

Then we fill it with soil.  We make the soil with a combination 1/3 compost 1/3 vermiculite and 1/3 peat moss.  This makes the upkeep easier and watering easier. 

We made a small trellis on one box for growing English peas you can see in the distance 


 Here we have grown pole beans on the back of the garden shed to save room.  We bought the vinyl lattice at Lowe's Home Improvement store and secured it at the top with "S" hooks to the metal eyes that we fastened to the roof overhang. 






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7 comments:

  1. Bethany MagnieMay 7, 2015 at 9:19 AM

    We have raised beds in my garden as well. I just love having garden bode, I think it looks more put together!

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  2. UnknownMay 7, 2015 at 9:27 PM

    This is great! We are wanting to do a little garden with the kids and have such a small backyard...so I like this idea! Thanks for sharing! xox Christine | Amidst the Chaos

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    1. Rosevine Cottage GirlsMay 8, 2015 at 8:37 AM

      Thank you! Raised beds are great for small spaces. You are very welcome! Xoxo

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  3. Leah @ Everyday LoveMay 8, 2015 at 4:59 PM

    Can you come to my house and do this?!?

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  4. StarTraciMay 9, 2015 at 11:24 AM

    I am so impressed! I want to garden but I can never keep anything alive.
    :-)
    Traci

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  5. UnknownMay 11, 2015 at 10:22 AM

    I love raised beds for small spaces, but good Lordy they require so much more water.

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