Fabric Raised Bed

A Fabric Raised Bed in the field or inside the greenhouse can increase yields, reduce weeds and other pests, improve soil condition, conserve water, and lengthen the growing season. In addition it can be reconfigured and relocated. The fabric that forms the bed is a flexible, heavy-duty pond liner material, which reportedly neither leeches chemicals into the ground nor absorbs them from the surroundings. Included with the fabric is a supply of 2-foot-long, galvanized-steel ground posts to be located every 5 linear feet. Configuration of the bed is determined by how one places the posts.

Cost: $109-$265, depending on size

Impairment Category: Back, Lower extremity, Strength/endurance