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    • Step 3 – Clear the Space
    • Step 4 – Installing the Beds
    • Step 5 – Prepare the Beds
    • Step 6 – Build the Vertical Trellis
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Step 4 – Installing the Beds

Now that the space has been cleared and the decomposed granite installed, leveled and gently patted down, we are ready to install the three raised beds. I preassembled the first level out on the driveway before the project began. They were heavy so I decided to install the second level, once they are in place in the garden. They crew moved them into place one a time.

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Having the 16 inch 2 x 3 already attached made it easy to add the second level.

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We cut out the Lumite® Weed Barrier so the beds would drain freely.  I did not want them holding water after a heavy rain (still praying for that rain). The pea gravel made a nice base. 
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Each of the beds were filled with the Vegetable Garden Mix one wheelbarrow at a time from the mound in front of the house.

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We finished assembling the beds while two of the crew hauled in the stone for the seating area. Checking with my tape measure to be sure I have enough room for the stock tank. I’ll need 6 feet plus clearance to walk around it.

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Next we installed some of the flagstone that was removed from the old space into the back corner under the Pecan tree. This will make a lovely seating area for the teak benches and table.flagstone corner installed

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The beds are finished!

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Next Step: Step 5: Check the Soil and Prepare the Beds

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