How To Build an Elevated Garden Box

Cara has been gardening for years and has learned to build her own garden boxes. It's not difficult as you might think if you don't mind working up a little sweat, and it's actually very inexpensive compared to the prices of pre-built boxes. Watch the video above to see how it's done!

You will need:

• 2x2 square of plywood (15/32)
• 2x8 lumber, two 24" lengths and two 21" lengths
• 2x3 stud, cut in four 24" lengths
• 2.5" deck screws
• Electric drill/screwdriver
• 1/8" and 1/2" drill bits
• Saw
• Pencil

Here are some examples of the finished product: