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The Easy Access Raised Garden Bed was developed in response to requests by gardeners for a relatively low cost bed with a sufficiently high growing platform to enable gardening in the standing position. It is my hope that this design will assist senior and physically challenged gardeners to more fully engage and enjoy their gardening experience.

 

The use of discarded truck (tractor-trailer) tires to create an elevated base for the bed is what makes this design unique and reduces construction costs. The tire base is arranged in such a way as to permit the gardener to place one foot under the bed while standing at the side of the bed, effectively reducing stress on the lower back.

 

This design can be used to construct a bed of any length and up to 35 inches in height. The height can be lowered to accommodate shorter (younger) gardeners by simply reducing the length of the framing material.

 

The plans outlined in this publication are specific for construction of a 10-foot long by 40-inch wide by 35-inch high bed. Six tires are needed for the construction of this bed.

 

Instructions

 

Easy Access Raised Bed Mini Tunnel Crop Cover - Assembly and Installation Plans

Now that you’ve constructed an Easy Access Bed, consider taking your gardening experience to a new level. A mini tunnel cover will enable you to extend the growing season and protect plants from inclement weather. The mini tunnel can be assembled in less than a day using materials available at any home improvement store. While construction grade poly film may be used as a covering for the tunnel, it will need to be replaced on an annual basis due to sunlight degradation. For extended life, choose a greenhouse grade poly film available from greenhouse (horticulture) supply stores, local or online.

 

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