Benefit #2 - Soil drains properly in a raised bed
Say no to soil compaction
Simply put, raised beds can be accessed without having to walk on them.
This prevents soil compaction and helps plant roots grow more freely. Less compacted soil can also help plants take on more nutrients and make them more resilient to disease and frost.
In addition to this, WoodBlocX raised beds of all sizes allow for drainage through the air gaps between each block.
In general, raised beds are a great solution if you have boggy soil, clay soil or any other soil that doesn’t promote optimal growing conditions.
Simply build your raised garden bed directly on top of your problem soil and fill it with new soil of your choice.
Drainage recommendations for WoodBlocX raised beds on various surfaces
WoodBlocX raised beds that are built directly on top of soil or grass do not require any additional drainage.
Those built on patios, tarmac and concrete can benefit from a drainage layer at the bottom of the bed.
We also recommend lining your WoodBlocX raised bed with a permeable liner or damp proof membrane. Once you have added one of these options, simply add a layer of stones or gravel for better drainage.
Ideally, your draining layer is about 100mm deep - which is equal to the depth of one block.