How to Perfectly Pest-Proof a Raised Bed
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Date: 2022-07-18
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gemgenie06
We have done this same idea this year but with different materials. Rather than metal poles we used the plastic coated Metal rods that come in a selection of lengths meaning it wont rust out as theres no metal making contact with moisture but it still retains rigidity they also have a sligtly rirged texture along the poles so it easy to string out additional lines for climbers. Then on the corners we have used Build-a balls which the rods simply slot into but they also have the benefit of creating a smooth corner so whatever covering material you use to cover with wont snag.
Ours are currently covered with bird netting as we were having issues with blackbirds and starlings coming down and digging about in the areas i just sowed seed into and also with a local cat who decided my salad bed would make a great litter box: ( Not any more kitty! The 2m lengths have made an easy fruit cage and the shorter ones I have attached a willow concertina trellis as the back wall to grow peas up.
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We have done this same idea this year but with different materials. Rather than metal poles we used the plastic coated Metal rods that come in a selection of lengths meaning it wont rust out as theres no metal making contact with moisture but it still retains rigidity they also have a sligtly rirged texture along the poles so it easy to string out additional lines for climbers. Then on the corners we have used Build-a balls which the rods simply slot into but they also have the benefit of creating a smooth corner so whatever covering material you use to cover with wont snag.
Ours are currently covered with bird netting as we were having issues with blackbirds and starlings coming down and digging about in the areas i just sowed seed into and also with a local cat who decided my salad bed would make a great litter box: ( Not any more kitty! The 2m lengths have made an easy fruit cage and the shorter ones I have attached a willow concertina trellis as the back wall to grow peas up.
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MissU
OMG you literally did this video days after I put up my raised birdie beds. I searched all over your site and even reached out via email on your shopepicgardening site for instruction. I know it's probably just a coincidence, but seeing this up only days after I inquired makes me feel like you and your staff are really listening to the needs of your followers. Thank you so much for this video! Although I didn't get a chance to view it before my attempt, at least now I know I did it correctly (for the most part. I just didn't install the weed barrier, and probably should have tried to level a bit better. But hey I'm a beginner and you learn from your mistakes (LOL. I'm just thankful to see a step-by-step to keep those nasty gophers out of my beds, as they've taken over my entire back yard: (
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OMG you literally did this video days after I put up my raised birdie beds. I searched all over your site and even reached out via email on your shopepicgardening site for instruction. I know it's probably just a coincidence, but seeing this up only days after I inquired makes me feel like you and your staff are really listening to the needs of your followers. Thank you so much for this video! Although I didn't get a chance to view it before my attempt, at least now I know I did it correctly (for the most part. I just didn't install the weed barrier, and probably should have tried to level a bit better. But hey I'm a beginner and you learn from your mistakes (LOL. I'm just thankful to see a step-by-step to keep those nasty gophers out of my beds, as they've taken over my entire back yard: (
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leaelizabeth23
Hey! I actually had a different question for you since i know you are in a hot climate. I am in zone 8a so not as terrible. Im researching on how to create a cooler microclimate so i can get away with growing cooler weather crops in the summer. Curious of your thoughts. i need to break the rules at all times i guess. When or if at all possible. Im wanting to try and grow peas as a permanent garden fixture idk if it is possible though.
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Hey! I actually had a different question for you since i know you are in a hot climate. I am in zone 8a so not as terrible. Im researching on how to create a cooler microclimate so i can get away with growing cooler weather crops in the summer. Curious of your thoughts. i need to break the rules at all times i guess. When or if at all possible. Im wanting to try and grow peas as a permanent garden fixture idk if it is possible though.
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cha
squirrels. squirrels will be my downfall. they eat through fabric and cloth, to get to munching and destroying my garden. they dug out all my bulbs this year, they destroyed my blueberry bushes and my rose bushes by munching on it. they destroyed all the young growth on my cherry tree 2 years in a row. i am on the verge of quitting. if anyone reads this message, and has tips, please tell me. or send help.
- a demoralized sad gardner
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squirrels. squirrels will be my downfall. they eat through fabric and cloth, to get to munching and destroying my garden. they dug out all my bulbs this year, they destroyed my blueberry bushes and my rose bushes by munching on it. they destroyed all the young growth on my cherry tree 2 years in a row. i am on the verge of quitting. if anyone reads this message, and has tips, please tell me. or send help.
- a demoralized sad gardner
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Sylver
My raised beds are set up almost identically to this, even with the hardware cloth underneath because we have a mole problem around here. I bought PVC to build a cage like you did with the metal, but I'm wondering how best to add the cloth/wire to it, while still being able to easily access the bed. I was really looking forward to you explaining that in your video. but then it just ended. Help, haha!
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My raised beds are set up almost identically to this, even with the hardware cloth underneath because we have a mole problem around here. I bought PVC to build a cage like you did with the metal, but I'm wondering how best to add the cloth/wire to it, while still being able to easily access the bed. I was really looking forward to you explaining that in your video. but then it just ended. Help, haha!
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SuperStruct
Out here my mom swears that the gophers will come and eat everything so we have metal raised horse feed troughs with a ton of holes drilled in the bottom. I started way too many tomatoes however so I want to plant them out in the native soil. Will gophers really eat tomatoes? They definitely haven't eaten the spiky blackberry canes nor popped up near any of the citrus trees
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Out here my mom swears that the gophers will come and eat everything so we have metal raised horse feed troughs with a ton of holes drilled in the bottom. I started way too many tomatoes however so I want to plant them out in the native soil. Will gophers really eat tomatoes? They definitely haven't eaten the spiky blackberry canes nor popped up near any of the citrus trees
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jcreel14s
Great information, love the idea! I installed the half inch mesh in the bottom of my asparagus bed and Im regretting it. The roots didnt grow down as far as I would have liked because of the mesh. I think it would be great for other kinds of vegetables but I prefer not to do it with my asparagus bed. Hopefully you have better luck!
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Great information, love the idea! I installed the half inch mesh in the bottom of my asparagus bed and Im regretting it. The roots didnt grow down as far as I would have liked because of the mesh. I think it would be great for other kinds of vegetables but I prefer not to do it with my asparagus bed. Hopefully you have better luck!
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7munkee
I live in the forest and surprisingly we have few pests. I have 8 raised beds and occasionally I will find a nest of rabbits hidden in my brussels sprouts or cucumbers and the occasional blackbird harassing my tomatoes. I have a little chiweenie dog that hangs outside most of the day that enjoys chasing the blackbirds.
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I live in the forest and surprisingly we have few pests. I have 8 raised beds and occasionally I will find a nest of rabbits hidden in my brussels sprouts or cucumbers and the occasional blackbird harassing my tomatoes. I have a little chiweenie dog that hangs outside most of the day that enjoys chasing the blackbirds.
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Hillbilly
Budget Hillbilly version.
Level, build up edges with whatever available material, layer from bottom with gravel and or logs, leaves, grass/green leaves, soil, manure, work in soil and manure, top with hay or mulch. Plant after a few good rains. Surround with hog wire and or chicken wire, top with nylon netting.
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Budget Hillbilly version.
Level, build up edges with whatever available material, layer from bottom with gravel and or logs, leaves, grass/green leaves, soil, manure, work in soil and manure, top with hay or mulch. Plant after a few good rains. Surround with hog wire and or chicken wire, top with nylon netting.
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anthonyca
I always had people tell me the hardest part of gardening insect pests. Fortunately I haven't had any problems with those really but the animal pests are killing me! It's like they watch me and when I say, I'll harvest these tomatoes tomorrow morning, I come out the next morning and 30nor more all gone!
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I always had people tell me the hardest part of gardening insect pests. Fortunately I haven't had any problems with those really but the animal pests are killing me! It's like they watch me and when I say, I'll harvest these tomatoes tomorrow morning, I come out the next morning and 30nor more all gone!
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Pamela
I'm concerned about the gaps at the bottom of the frame where it meets the prepared bottom surface. I see light coming through here and there. We have a huge vole problem and I know they would squeeze through those gaps. The wire cloth would have to fold up inside to make a kind of basket.
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I'm concerned about the gaps at the bottom of the frame where it meets the prepared bottom surface. I see light coming through here and there. We have a huge vole problem and I know they would squeeze through those gaps. The wire cloth would have to fold up inside to make a kind of basket.
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KJR
I have used a quality weed fabric in tat way for one of my beds because I have bindweed that always thinks they have the invitation to crash the party. I however find no need for cardboard in that case. Since worms can't get in. I put some worms I find around the yard in it.
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I have used a quality weed fabric in tat way for one of my beds because I have bindweed that always thinks they have the invitation to crash the party. I however find no need for cardboard in that case. Since worms can't get in. I put some worms I find around the yard in it.
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Jim
If you have the $500 or more to spare on doing something like this. then add the seeds and time it takes to grow a crop the require Jack and Jill. would starve before they got some food. PS. you add no nutrients to the soil that you have there. no composted manure Zero.
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If you have the $500 or more to spare on doing something like this. then add the seeds and time it takes to grow a crop the require Jack and Jill. would starve before they got some food. PS. you add no nutrients to the soil that you have there. no composted manure Zero.
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Lucy
i always watch your vedios. one of them you have mention you are half asian. just curious so much wich asian? chinese, vietnamese, japanese, thai, korean? im a filipino tho! and i so much love your vedios not just learning but amuzing! amazing! your my idol Kevin!
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i always watch your vedios. one of them you have mention you are half asian. just curious so much wich asian? chinese, vietnamese, japanese, thai, korean? im a filipino tho! and i so much love your vedios not just learning but amuzing! amazing! your my idol Kevin!
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sansakitty
My pests are tree roots! I had never even thought about it until this year when I started preparing my beds. Little thieves. I didn't want to disturb the soil too much, but it looks like I either have to suck it up and get them out or only use containers
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My pests are tree roots! I had never even thought about it until this year when I started preparing my beds. Little thieves. I didn't want to disturb the soil too much, but it looks like I either have to suck it up and get them out or only use containers
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