In spring, the first types of vegetables can be planted in the raised bed.
Here you can find out when is the right time for which variety.
Raised beds offer numerous advantages for growing vegetables and herbs in the garden.
Not only do they increase soil temperature and make maintenance easier, but they're also a great way to save space and make it harder for pests to gain access.
But how do you plant a raised bed in spring?
Planting a raised bed – the preparations
First, the bed should be freed from old plant remains and weeds.
A layer of fresh compost or plant residue is then applied to improve the nutrient supply.
Depending on requirements, a layer of sand or clay can also be added to improve the soil structure.
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In the raised bed, the first types of vegetables can be sown or planted as early as March.
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Fast-growing plants in raised beds are suitable for spring
In spring, fast-growing vegetables such as radishes, spinach, lettuce or carrots are particularly suitable.
But herbs such as parsley, chives or dill can also be planted in the spring.
It is important that the plants are frost-resistant and do not place too high demands on the soil conditions.
When planting, care should be taken to ensure that the plants have enough space to grow.
The correct order of the plants can also play a role.
For example, radishes should be planted at the edges of the bed to make room for other plants.
Table: Planting raised beds in spring, summer and autumn
Here is an overview of which types of vegetables can be planted in the raised bed and when:
Month | vegetables |
|---|---|
March | Radishes, spinach, lettuce, kohlrabi, green onions |
April | Carrots, radishes, broccoli, kohlrabi, lettuce, chard, zucchini |
May | Tomato, cucumber, pepper, eggplant, beans, zucchini, squash |
June | Beans, zucchini, squash, cucumber, tomato, pepper |
July | Pumpkin, zucchini, beans, peppers, tomatoes |
August | Pumpkin, zucchini, beans, peppers, tomatoes, broccoli |
September | Broccoli, spinach, lettuce, carrots, radishes, kohlrabi |
October | Kohlrabi, broccoli, spinach, lettuce, radishes |
Tips for planting the raised bed
Before you start planting your raised bed, there are a few tips you should keep in mind:
Clear the raised bed of old plant material and weeds.
Also remove dead plant debris to avoid pests and diseases.
Add new compost material to enrich the soil with nutrients.
Mix it well with the existing soil.
Depending on requirements, a layer of sand or clay can also be added to improve the soil structure.
Plan your plants carefully, considering their light, moisture and space requirements.
Make sure you choose the right plants for the season.
Sow seeds directly into the raised bed or plant seedlings, depending on which plants you have chosen.
Make sure you leave enough space between plants.
Water the raised bed regularly and make sure the soil does not dry out.
Also, fertilize the plants regularly with organic fertilizer to encourage their growth.
Watch out for pests and diseases by checking your plants regularly.
If necessary, use organic insecticides or fungicides to protect your plants.
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With these tips, nothing stands in the way of successful cultivation in the raised bed in spring.
In spring there are also many other gardening tasks to do, such as mowing the lawn, fertilizing or scarifying.
This article was created with the help of machines and carefully reviewed by editor Andrea Stettner before publication.
List of rubrics: © Dirk Kittelberger/Imago