Garden Tips

Squash and cucumber vines trailing over the edge of a metal raised garden bed with stems guided over the smooth rubber top edging

Can Plants Hang Over the Edge of a Raised Garden Bed?

Training squash, cucumbers and sweet potato vines over a raised-bed edge can save spaceβ€”but only when paths, fruit ...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
Overcrowded raised garden bed with tomatoes squash and peppers competing for space showing the need to thin transplant or remove plants

My Raised Bed Is Overcrowdedβ€”What Should I Move, Thin or Remove?

An overcrowded raised bed can still be rescued. Decide which vegetables to transplant, thin, prune or remove based ...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Ruby Tefora Ruby
Baby zucchini turning yellow and falling off plant in a raised garden bed due to incomplete pollination from low pollinator activity

Why Are Baby Zucchini Turning Yellow and Falling Off in a Raised Bed?

Small zucchini that yellow and drop are often unpollinated fruit, not a fertilizer failure. Learn to distinguish ma...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
Metal raised garden bed with row cover barrier protecting seedlings from insects and birds during the most vulnerable early growth stage

Raised Bed Pest Prevention: Simple Barriers Before Problems Start

Prevent common raised bed pest problems with simple barriers, clean edges, row cover, hardware cloth, and better ga...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
White chalky mineral deposits from hard water on a dark metal raised garden bed panel showing drip patterns from overhead irrigation

White Marks on Metal Raised Beds: Hard Water Stains or Coating Damage?

Chalky white marks on a metal raised bed are often mineral deposits from irrigationβ€”not failing paint. Learn how to...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Owen Tefora Owen
Raised garden bed divided into zones showing lettuce radish and beans at different growth stages for continuous harvest throughout the season

Succession Planting in Raised Beds: How to Keep Harvests Coming

Learn how to replant small sections of a raised bed every few weeks so lettuce, herbs, radishes, and quick crops ke...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
Compact herb garden in a raised bed with basil parsley thyme oregano and chives grouped by watering needs along the front edge

Best Herbs for Raised Garden Beds: Easy Picks for Small Spaces

Choose easy herbs for raised beds, including basil, parsley, chives, thyme, dill, cilantro, mint, and oregano, with...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Ruby Tefora Ruby
Small backyard raised garden bed with herbs basil parsley compact tomatoes and cut-and-come-again greens making the most of limited space

What to Plant in a Raised Bed When You Only Have a Small Backyard

Choose high-value vegetables and herbs for a small raised bed, with practical crop ideas for compact spaces and rep...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Ruby Tefora Ruby
Gardener doing a quick weekly check on a raised garden bed inspecting soil moisture pulling small weeds and harvesting ripe vegetables

5-Minute Weekly Raised Bed Care Checklist

A quick weekly raised bed checklist for watering, weeds, pests, spacing, supports, mulch, and harvesting before sma...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Tim Tefora Tim
Fresh lettuce growing in a raised garden bed using succession planting method for continuous harvest throughout the Canadian growing season

A Simple Lettuce Growing Tip Most Canadian Gardeners Learn Later πŸ₯¬

Not all lettuce grows the same way β€” especially in Canadian gardens. Learn the differences between leaf lettuce, ro...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Owen Tefora Owen
Seedlings being transplanted into a metal raised garden bed in Canadian spring taking advantage of faster soil warm-up for a 4 to 6 week head start

Why I Started Using Seedlings Instead of Seeds in Canada 🌱

Starting vegetables from seed in Canada isn’t always easy. Cold soil, unpredictable spring weather, and heavy rain ...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
Raised garden bed with vegetables properly spaced to allow airflow light and root room for maximum harvest without overcrowding

Why Plant Spacing Matters More Than You Think

Plant spacing is one of the most overlooked secrets to a productive garden. In this guide, we explain why overcrowd...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Tim Tefora Tim
Raised garden bed showing seasonal crops from spring lettuce and peas to summer tomatoes peppers and cucumbers through fall kale and beets

🌱 What Can You Grow in a Raised Garden Bed? (By Season)

Not sure what to plant in your raised garden bed? This seasonal guide covers the best crops for spring, summer, fal...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Lily Tefora Lily
Metal raised garden bed positioned in a sunny south-facing backyard location with 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight for optimal vegetable growth

🌱 Where Should You Place Your Raised Garden Bed for Best Growth?

Not sure where to place your raised garden bed? The right location can dramatically improve plant growth and harves...

Aug 03, 2026 4 min read Tefora Tim Tefora Tim