Craig M Oxford 
Raised Bed and Container Gardening for Begineers [EPUB ebook] 
Guide to Grow Vegetable, Flower and Herb Garden in Small Spaces

Introduction 9

1. LAYING THE FOUNDATION 13

1.1 Understanding Container and Raised Bed

Gardening 14

1.2 Choosing the Right Containers for Your Space 17

1.3 Selecting Raised Bed Materials and Designs 20

1.4 Raised Bed Planning Checklist 22

1.5 Space Optimization Techniques for Urban

Gardeners 23

2. SOIL AND PREPARATION 27

2.1 Soil Mix Recipe Chart 29

2.2 Soil Preparation Techniques for Raised Beds 30

2.3 Soil Testing Checklist 32

2.4 Composting Basics for Beginners 34

2.5 Quick Compost Troubleshooting Guide 36

2.6 Simple Soil Amendment Methods 36

3. WATERING AND IRRIGATION 39

3.1 Watering Schedule Chart 41

3.2 Drip Irrigation and Self-Watering Systems 41

3.3 Avoiding Over- and Under-Watering 43

3.4 Quick Reference Guide for Water Management 45

3.5 Rainwater Harvesting for Sustainable Gardening 45

4. PLANT SELECTION AND PAIRING 49

4.1 Beginner-Friendly Plants for Containers and

Raised Bed Gardening 50

4.2 Selecting Plants for Raised Beds and Containers 52

4.3 Companion Planting: Plant Pairing for Success 55

4.4 Tailoring Plant Choices to Your Climate 57

5. SEASONAL PLANTING AND PLANNING 61

5.1 Seasonal Planting Guide For Raised Bed and

Container Gardens Checklist 63

5.2 Planning Your Raised Bed Garden Year-Round 64

5.3 Extending Your Growing Season with Simple

Techniques 66

5.4 Climate-Specific Planting Tips 68

6. PEST AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT 73

6.1 Pest Identification Guide in Small Gardens 75

6.2 Organic Pest Control Solutions 76

6.3 Dealing with Plant Diseases Naturally 78

6.4 Companion Planting for Pest Management 80

7. PLANT SELECTION AND PAIRING 83

7.1 Pruning Techniques for Beginners: 85

7.2 Fertilizing for Optimal Growth 85

7.3 Recognizing and Addressing Plant Stress 87

7.4 Stress Mitigation Checklist 89

7.5 Signs of a Healthy vs. Struggling Plant 89

8. BUDGET-FRIENDLY GARDENING 93

8.1 DIY Container Challenge 95

8.2 Homemade Compost and Fertilizers 96

8.3 Upcycling in the Garden: Creative Reuse 98

8.4 Upcycling Inspiration List 100

8.5 Saving Seeds: A Cost-Effective Approach 100

9. SUSTAINABLE AND ECO-FRIENDLY PRACTICES 103

9.1 Permaculture Design Checklist 105

9.2 Zero-Waste Gardening Techniques 105

9.3 Creating a Wildlife-Friendly Garden 108

9.4 Water Conservation in Small Gardens 110

10. TROUBLESHOOTING AND PROBLEM SOLVING 113

10.1 Troubleshooting Yellowing Leaves and Wilting

Plants 113

10.2 Yellow Leaves Troubleshooting Checklist 115

10.3 Addressing Soil and Nutrient Imbalances 116

10.4 Responding to Extreme Weather Conditions 118

10.5 Quick Fixes for Common Gardening Issues 120

11. COMMUNITY AND CONTINUED LEARNING 123

11.1 Community Involvement Checklist 125

11.2 Online Communities and Resources for

Beginners 125

11.3 Engaging with Gardening Apps and Technology 127

11.4 Gardening App and Technology Selection

Checklist 129

11.5 Building a Support Network for Your

Gardening 130

12. PERSONALIZING YOUR GARDENING

EXPERIENCE 133

12.1 Crafting Your Gardening Journal and Planner 133

12.2 Crafting your Garden Journal and Planner Ideas 135

12.3 Decorating Your Garden with DIY Projects 136

12.4 Plant Personality Profiles: Choosing Plants That

Suit You 138

12.5 Sharing Your Gardening Success Stories 140

Conclusion 143

References 149