Garden Pest Control and Raised Bed Construction
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What happens here
The garden is protected by two strands of electric fence wire, held by 'strain rite step-in pigtail posts'. This setup effectively keeps deer out of the garden. The raised beds themselves, made of 24-inch tall lumber (two 12-inch boards), prevent groundhogs and other ground critters from entering. The electric fence is powered by a solar electric fence controller. The creator advises using a plastic liner if treated lumber is used for raised beds to prevent chemicals from leaching into the soil.
Goal: Protect garden beds from pests and understand construction methods
Tools and materials
- 12-inch Boards — Constructing the raised beds
- Electric Fence Wire — Creating a barrier to keep deer out of the garden
- Plastic Liner — Lining treated lumber in raised beds to prevent chemical leaching
- Raised Garden Beds — Containing garden soil and deterring ground pests