How to Build Your Own Garden Bed: No Tools or Digging Required!

Have you always wanted your own raised garden beds? With this simple guide they are only 5 minutes away!

Materials:

Oldcastle 8in x 6in x 8in Tan Concrete Retaining Wall Block (4 per garden bed for 6inch height, 8 per garden bed for 10-12in height)

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(2) 2x10 wood board 

 

Begin by cutting 2 feet off of each 2x10. You will use these for the skinny ends of your beds. 

Simply slot your trimmed 2x10s into the retaining wall blocks and your 2ft trimmed boards into the remaining slots.

 

It's as simple as that, now you have a moveable, efficient way to grow your own vegetables!  

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