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Published on June 12, 2017
Organic gardening enthusiasts in 2017 sought durable, natural, and flexible raised garden beds and composters. Among the best choices were the Eden Pyramid Raised Garden Bed, twin-walled recycled plastic beds, and wooden planters.
Eden Pyramid Raised Garden Bed
Constructed from rot-resistant solid fir wood, the Eden Pyramid Raised Garden Bed boasts a unique pyramid design, making it suitable for small spaces and customizable with stains or paints. Its simple assembly, mostly tool-free aside from a hammer, was valued for ease of use.
Twin-walled Recycled Plastic Raised Beds
These beds were celebrated for their flexibility, ease of setup, good soil insulation, weather resistance, rust proofing, and UV protection. They could be extended with kits and adjusted in height to accommodate different crops, from deeper for perennial fruit bushes to shallower for lettuces and herbs. The insulated soil helped with early planting as it warmed quickly.
Wooden Planters/Troughs
Made from dry pine and sometimes stained, these ready-to-grow-in beds without assembly were ideal for annual plants and smaller perennials. Options like liners to aid drainage and mobility adaptations were suggested.
In addition to raised beds, organic gardening projects in 2017 emphasized preparing areas by removing weeds organically and adding permeable landscape fabric to allow water and nutrients through while suppressing weeds. Building soil blends within beds from compost, mulch, dirt, and organic matter supported biodiversity and natural soil health.
Regarding composters, while specific 2017 composter models were not detailed, organic gardeners favored compost bins/materials that facilitated natural decomposition and moisture/air balance. Materials such as wood or durable plastic with ventilation were preferred, along with easy access for turning or mixing compost and sufficient capacity for kitchen and garden scraps. Durability and weather resistance were key to align with organic gardening principles.
Other mentions in the article include the Jora JK270 Composter - 9.5 Cubic Feet, Stainless Steel Compost Keeper, VegTrug Raised Garden Planter - Natural Wood, Worm Factory 360 Composter, Corn Gluten Organic Fertilizer 8-0-0 - 40 lbs, and Wildflower Farms Eco-Lawn Grass Seed - 5 lb.
The article was written by Susannah Shmurak.
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In 2017, organic gardening revolved around sustainable living and home-and-garden solutions, with the emphasis on durable, natural, and versatile gardening tools. Among these, the Eden Pyramid Raised Garden Bed, twin-walled recycled plastic beds, and wooden planters attained popularity, each offering unique benefits for various plant sizes and growth conditions. The trend also included the preparation of organic soil blends in raised beds and the use of composters that fostered natural decomposition, provided proper moisture and air balance, and showed durability and weather resistance.
