How do I build an efficient low cost raised bed?

Question

Limited funds; may use scrounged materials, such as used cinder blocks. Need fresh veggies for better health. Do I need to add earth worms? Thanks.

Courtney |The Kitchen Garten · Answer

You can use scrounged materials, but be sure whatever you choose isn't something laden with chemicals (some pallet wood is). As far as worms, if you build your soil and take care of it, the worms will come. For a lower cost option than soil from the store, I have a DIY soil recipe that is perfect for the vegetable garden, and it will last you for years and years. Good luck! https://thekitchengarten.com/diy-potting-soil/

2dogal · Answer

Worms will come as you enrich the soil. Start a compost pile worms love them. Use the compost for your raised bed.

Craft Invaders · Answer

This bed is made from cinder blocks and has the compost element built in which I think is a fab idea

https://www.hometalk.com/diy/build/raised-garden-beds/keyhole-garden-bed-method-a-compost-and-garden-bed-in-one-3721532

Vimarhonor · Answer

Hello GD

This was one of my exam questions. I hope one of the links might be helpful for you!

Here are some links for how to construct a raise garden bed that might be helpful. Current pressure-treated wood is available for sale now -are safe for a raised bed vegtable garden use.