![]() Once that was done and all the dirt and debris were moved to the side (that’s a problem for another day), I could get started on the new boxes. Other than the lack of proper reinforcement, it was really well built (go us!) which meant it was a bit of work to get it all apart. We also used a drill to remove screws and a hammer to bang it all apart. We cut the boards with a circular saw so we could remove them in smaller sections. The entire front was bowed and starting to sag, so it had to go. Why, do you ask? Well, we didn’t reinforce it properly and the weight of the dirt warped the boards. It was made of wood and just wasn’t working the way we planned. In the space where I wanted to put my new garden bed was our first attempt at a raised bed. ![]() The first thing we had to do before we could get to the fun part of building was some demo. I will tell you why in a moment! Preparing the space We got mostly rectangular ones but I also picked up one square block that is half the size. Then I took some measurements and headed to Home Depot (any local home improvement store will do) to pick up the right amount of cinder blocks. Now that we know it is in fact possible to use these blocks to construct a raised bed, it’s time to start! The first thing I did was plan out where I wanted my raised garden bed. How to Build a Raised Garden Bed with Concrete Cinder Blocks Ready to take the plunge into raised bed gardening? Follow along with my step-by-step tutorial for how to build a raised garden bed with concrete cinder blocks and see how easy it really is! This is a great choice to start with and build your confidence. These plants have a shallow root system and don’t require much care or maintenance. Some easy beginner options include radishes, lettuce, bush beans, spinach, and kale. Which vegetables grow best in raised beds?Īre you still unsure if this method of gardening is for you? Wondering what you can grow? The truth is almost anything will grow in a raised bed if you provide soil that is nutrient-rich and deep enough for the root system of your plants of choice. Concrete blocks are perfectly safe to use around raised garden beds whether you plant an edible garden, shrubs or flowers. Those don’t contaminate soil just like the concrete blocks do not. It’s the same thing as planting next to a sidewalk or driveway. Since cinder blocks aren’t made with fly ash anymore, it’s not a concern. I’ve gotten lots of questions about whether chemicals leach into the soil from the blocks. So, can these blocks be used to create a raised garden space? Yes! Concrete blocks are perfect for a project like this.
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