DIY Wattle Raised Garden Bed (Page 2 ) | January 16, 2024

1. Planning and Design

• Determine the size and location of your raised bed. Ensure it receives adequate sunlight based on the plants you intend to grow.
• Sketch a rough design, including dimensions and shape.

2. Preparing the Site

• Clear the area of weeds and debris.
• Level the ground where the bed will be placed.
• Mark the outline of the bed using string or chalk.

3. Gathering Materials

• Collect long, flexible branches or twigs. Willow and hazel are preferred for their flexibility and strength.
• Cut the branches into uniform lengths, considering the height and circumference of your bed.

4. Installing Stakes

• Cut the stakes to the desired length (height of the bed plus 2 feet).
• Hammer the stakes into the ground at regular intervals around the perimeter of the marked area, leaving about 2 feet of stake protruding above ground.

5. Weaving the Wattle

• Start at one corner, weaving the flexible branches horizontally between the stakes. Alternate the side each branch starts on to create a sturdy interlocking structure.
• Gently bend the branches as needed and weave them tightly.
• Trim excess lengths with pruning shears.

6. Building Up the Walls

• Continue adding layers of woven branches until the desired height is reached.
• Ensure each layer is tightly interwoven for stability.

7. Securing the Top

• Tuck the ends of the final layer of branches into the weave to secure them.
• Optionally, add a more rigid border on top for a neater finish.

8. Filling with Soil

• Mix garden soil with compost to provide a nutrient-rich environment for plants.
• Fill the wattle raised bed with the soil-compost mixture.

9. Planting

• Choose plants suitable for the size of the bed and the available sunlight.
• Plant your seeds or seedlings as per their specific requirements.

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