Re: First time square-footer

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I haven't tried what you describe, but I'll be trying planter boxes this year. 2' wide, 4' deep, 4' long. In Mel's book he describes what soil is best for planters. I won't have holes on the bottom, but I'll fit the bottom lumber loosely for drainage. I don't want too much drainage because the planters will be on wheels, so it would look messy. Hope that helps.
 
Annie Sargent
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Hello all!
My wife and I have been gardening for a few years now with a lot of success, but a lot more weeding and frustration.  We've participated in a community garden through out local extension office and have experienced what the author of Square Foot Gardening refers to when he talks about how most folks approach gardening in the spring and then run out of steam mid-season.
 
We live in an apartment and I am considering building a raised platform on sawhorses to sit outside our patio.  Maybe start with just one this year, or maybe 2 - one for me and one for my wife.  My question is about drainage.  In the book, the author makes no comment of drain holes in the plywood bottom of a patio box - he even refers to using plastic instead of plywood if the box won't be moved.  Because he talks so much about good soil, watering, etc., I found it odd he said nothing about drainage holes in the box.  Is this a misprint, oversight, or are they really not needed?  I'm looking at using 2x8's or 2x10's for a 4 foot square box.  Anyone out there used something like this successfully, maybe you live in an apartment too??  We'd love to hear from you, and thanks!
 
Paul Jones
Louisville, KY
 
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