Fall Gardening Tips
The harvesting season is upon us. We’re finally reaping the delicious rewards of our (sometimes back breaking) labor. So now what? I love fall gardening and how it can set you…
One Man’s Sawdust is Another Rescue Horse’s Bedding
One man’s sawdust is another rescue horse’s bedding, or in this case OUR sawdust is another rescue horse’s bedding. Handcrafting raised garden beds in our woodshop creates a lot of sawdust…
Raised Beds, Horticulture Therapy and the Flint Hills
What do raised beds, horticulture therapy and the flint hills have in common? Read more to find out how a trip to Denver, and some Backyard Boxes furthered Tara’s journey back…
Best Material for Raised Garden Beds
Cedar is hands down the best material for raised garden boxes. Bold statement I know, but it’s true and here’s why.
When to Plant Your Garden
Winter is coming to an end and that means warmer sunshine, longer days, and dreams of our garden to come! Whether you are planting for the first time or getting ready…
Get Your Garden Box Ready for Winter
Winterize your garden bed in 3 easy steps!
Filling Your Raised Box With Soil
One of the primary advantages of raised bed gardening is that you get to take control of your soil. It seems obvious, but the quality of your soil is the #1…
All About Cover Crops
Cover crops might just be the best thing for your garden you’re not doing, but should be. Curious what a cover crop is, why you should be planting them and when? …
Garden Box Height and Planting Depth
One of the advantages of gardening in raised beds is that you get more control over soil and root depth. Plants absorb nutrients through their roots and some root systems for…
Protect Your Cedar Garden Box
Do I need to seal my garden box? Can I stain or paint it? These are excellent questions that we get all the time. There are a wide variety of products…
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