Raised beds need more watering than in the ground because they drain faster. Read up on French intensive or square foot gardening. Because the plants are close enough to touch, they shade out weeds and shade the soil a bit too. More food, less space.

Raised beds need more watering than in the ground because they drain faster. Read up on French intensive or square foot gardening. Because the plants are close enough to touch, they shade out soil and shade the soil a bit too. More food, less space.