Are there cinders in cinder blocks? Mike McGrath, host of You Bet Your Garden, will investigate whether the big blocks are safe to use around people and plants. Plus Mike speaks with author Lynn ...

Raised garden beds look great in catalogs, but the price tag can quickly take the fun out of growing your own food. Between ...

If industrial-strength pallets don’t come your way and you’re not up for a woodworking project, reader Mark shared his success constructing five raised beds out of cinder blocks stacked two high ...

"Bunk beds are a staple of many childhoods. And it's no surprise that so many people sleep in bunk beds as children: Bunks are an amazing space saver. While bunk beds themselves are quite commonplace, ...

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Raised beds are a great option for many reasons. They use less water, it’s easier to keep weeds at bay and they allow you to amend a smaller amount of soil than an in-ground garden. A raised bed can ...

Grass and weeds invade, mulch and wood chips escape and rich soil erodes. Your planting beds always appear a mess. Here's a long-term fix: Consider building beds with ...

From rustic to modern, the raised garden bed ideas for growing vegetables and flowers are nearly endless. Although plenty of kits you can buy and assemble are available, you can also opt for DIY ...