Art and Appetite explains how they have started mini raised beds to be able to grow vegetables and fruits in the Las Vegas area. I would think it would be hard to raise a garden in the desert but these mini beds look like they are doing the trick. I love them and they would also be perfect for a small yard or patio and deck type garden. Nice and tidy and they just look so cute.
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