Awarded in the category "Best Guide" at the German Garden Book Award 2015! Raised beds are currently experiencing a real boom in the garden scene, especially among self-catering customers. No wonder, as they allow back-friendly working, enable high yields and can be set up at (almost) any location. This guide offers detailed construction instructions for raised beds made of different materials and for every garden style. And whether purchased or self-built: The guide explains all the know-how about sowing, planting and care and provides concrete planting suggestions for different needs. It also accompanies you through the garden year with a care plan and makes recommendations on crop rotation over several years. Plant portraits provide information about the most recommendable plants. And numerous smart ideas and suggestions for design.