So doing a diy raised planter box seemed like a great way to help her not need to lean over in the garden but still be able to get some exercise and spend time outdoors.
Build raised planter box.
There are instructions for how to build a raised bed built out of cedar and how to add a sub irrigation system so you only have to remember to water a few times a month.
Elevated wooden planter box this classic wooden planter is designed to hold upward of 400 lbs which should be more than enough for wet soil and plants.
We spent quite a bit of time coming up with a diy planter box design that was both simple and fun to build but was also stylish and modern looking.
There are a few common material options to choose from when building a raised planter box but for us it was redwood all the way.
Redwood is 100 natural and resistant to rot and pests which makes it an ideal material to use for building planter boxes and anything near the soil.
Learn how to build a stand up garden planter box using just a few tools.