From creating more space for planting beautiful blooms and cutting flowers to dedicated plots for growing vegetables and fruit, garden beds offer many possibilities.
Raised bed planters are a beautiful garden idea for perennial plants, fruit, and vegetables to settle in and mature, and investing in one shouldn’t cost a small fortune. So while shopping for gardening tools and accessories, I noticed a distinctive raised bed planter from the most unlikely source – ALDI.
The new Belavi Mini Light Weight Raised Planter is under $15, and it’ll fit in any corner of your small backyard, balcony garden, or terrace. The lightweight design is available in two statement colors: a classic green for the traditional garden, and a pastel pink for a more modern backyard.
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Investing in a raised planter is certainly worth it – the benefits are endless. If you only have a small patch for edible crops, a raised bed system will allow for more intensive cropping, letting you create a small vegetable garden even in a compact space.
Raised beds are extremely versatile, and will accommodate a wide range of flowers, fruit, and vegetable varieties. Some people use them to grow decorative flowers for indoor arrangements. Raised beds are also good for growing alpines, which like free-draining soil and a dry garden. However, most gardeners tend to stick to growing fragrant herbs and cultivating crops.
Raised bed planters are also ideal for root vegetables such as carrots and parsnips as they are relatively free of stones that can cause split or twisted roots. Most vegetables will grow well, (onions will love the free-draining soil), and so will soft fruit such as strawberries and currants.
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ALDI’s raised garden planters usually sell out within a week, so we expect this one will likely disappear quickly, too.
Of course, if you don’t live near an ALDI, Amazon’s selection of raised bed planters is equally good, and they come highly rated. Below, I’ve listed some of my other favorite planters for style-conscious gardeners.
Mini Light Weight Raised Planter
Measuring 23.62 x 10.63 x 17.72 inches, with a capacity of approximately 5.28 gallons, this diminutive raised bed planter is perfect for small spaces, such as balconies, patios and courtyard gardens. This statement design – available in a gorgeous green or pretty pink – is a first for ALDI. Designed with the style-savvy gardener in mind, your planter will bring a smile to your face.
Raised Garden Bed With Legs
The Progard Raised Garden Bed is a vibrant and durable planter, designed to enhance your gardening experience. Crafted from galvanized steel with a rust-resistant, eco-friendly coating, this multicolored planter is built to withstand various weather conditions, ensuring year-round use.
6 in 1 Modular Metal Raised Garden Bed
The Vego Garden Raised Garden Bed is a versatile and durable solution for gardeners. Standing at 17 inches tall, it provides an optimal depth for strong root development while minimizing the need for bending. Constructed from steel, this bed offers superior resistance to corrosion and extreme temperatures, ensuring a lifespan of over 20 years.