The right watering of your raised bed is crucial for the growth and well-being of your plants. How often and how much you should water, and when the best time for it is, we reveal to you in this blog post.

First of all - a raised bed needs significantly more water than a normal bed. This is partly because the decomposition process inside the raised bed makes the soil up to 5°C warmer than in a normal bed. Additionally, the raised bed is exposed to sunlight from all sides, which further warms the soil.

This causes the . However, the extra warmth has the special advantage of stimulating plant growth. If you water sufficiently, you can make excellent use of this warming effect.

It’s best to water your raised bed early every morning. Ideally, use rainwater with our drip irrigation system, or water it with our flower watering nozzle, which is very similar to watering with a watering can and provides a gentle flow. At this time, the soil hasn’t yet been warmed as much by the sun, and water on the leaves can evaporate as the sun rises. If you water in the evening, water left on the leaves could cause rot spots.

On particularly hot summer days, you should water both in the morning and in the evening. Even if your raised bed needs a lot of water, make sure that the soil doesn’t become waterlogged, so the roots don’t rot. If you’ve set up your raised bed properly, water can drain into the soil, preventing excess water from pooling. However, patio raised beds with a solid base are different. Always bear in mind that the water can’t drain away, and overwatering could leave the plant roots standing in water for long periods.

Raised beds are a great way to grow vegetables, herbs, and fruits. The warmer soil provides optimal conditions for plant growth and allows for back-friendly gardening.

• Lamb's lettuce: This leafy vegetable grows well in raised beds and can also be harvested in winter.
• Bush beans: These legumes do not require much space and are ideal for raised beds.
• Beetroot: This root vegetable is easy to care for and can be grown in raised beds.
• Spring onions: These onions save space and are well suited for raised beds.
• Herbs: Basil, parsley, chives, and oregano thrive excellently in raised beds.
• Strawberries: The plants use the outer walls of the raised bed and produce delicious fruits.
• Balcony tomatoes: Dwarf tomato varieties are ideal for raised beds.

It is important to note that not all plants are suitable for raised beds. Avoid space-consuming types such as zucchini, pumpkin, or large cabbage varieties. Tall-growing plants like pole beans or peas should also be avoided as they take up too much space.