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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    March 8, 2011
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    Yes, you can use them. Most people line them with plastic to keep any chemicals out of the bed that could be harmful, but it sounds like, if they are grey, the creosote has washed away and most of the chemicals have already been leached away.

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  • Answered by
    Nikki on
    March 9, 2011
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    As long as you provide this container with adequate drainage holes, it should work just fine. The following article should be of some help to you:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/quick-guide-to-container-vegetable-gardening.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 14, 2011
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    The pressure treated wood sold in today's stores are required to be non-toxic, so are therefore considered safe for gardening. But some people still feel unsure about them. If this is the case for you, you can also look at building out of cedar. While it is more expensive, it will last longer.

    The following article should be of some help to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 14, 2011
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    Yes, this is fine and will not only break down over time but will fertilize and nourish both the soil and plants. This article will help you with that: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/urban/raised-beds-for-urban-settings-no-digging-required.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 14, 2011
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    These articles should help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/vgen/raised-vegetable-gardens.htm
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/urban/raised-beds-for-urban-settings-no-digging-required.htm

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    Nikki on
    March 25, 2011
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    The pressure treated wood sold in today's stores are required to be non-toxic, so are therefore considered safe for gardening. But some people still feel unsure about them. If this is the case for you, you can also look at building out of cedar. While it is more expensive, it will last longer. Another option is to line the beds with plastic. I have used the heaviest plastic drop cloths they have in the hardware store for this, and others have suggested rubberized liners for roofs and manure troughs that are available through feed stores.

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    Nikki on
    March 28, 2011
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    I would just till the bed under to get rid of the weeds. It is fastest. If you do not have a tiller, you can rent one from the hardware store or check places like CraigsList.org for people who will till your garden for a small fee. If you ask around in your community, you may even find someone who will till it for free.

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