The plants are somewhat isolated, and therefore more protected from insects , snails, and slugs . There will be much less stooping, bending and straining in every aspect of your gardening. Raised planting beds can be designed so that they are convertible to a cold frame in the spring, allowing you to get a jump on all the other gardeners in the neighborhood. Mount permanent supports for framing poles directly to the frame of the bed. If this planting bed is for a vegetable garden, remember to rotate your crops from year to year.
Different veggies consume different minerals from the soil.
By rotating your crops, you will ensure a longer useable life for the soil. A raised planting bed is exactly what the name implies. The traditional concept of a raised bed is that of a permanent structure built to house a small garden. The bed does not however, have to be contained in this manner. If it fits your needs, you can have a truckload of soil dumped almost anywhere.