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Old 03-25-2011, 09:31 AM   #3
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Default Re: Planting My First Garden

What are you material are you using to make the raised bed?

The square foot garden book says that 6" of soil is all you need, however I think that 8"-12" is a bit better for a wider range of veggies.

Look around for different companies that may provide compost by the cubic yard. Craigslist, landscape compaines, etc will probably have it. Down here there are few different companies offering compost ranging from $10-$18 a cubic yard.

You can also lay down newspaper or cardboard for a floor to the bed.
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