As more homeowners in the Wake Forest area embrace sustainable living and outdoor comfort, raised garden beds are becoming a standout feature in modern deck designs. At Evergreen Decks LLC, we’re excited to offer raised garden beds as an integrated option in our custom deck plans, giving our customers a beautiful, functional way to grow herbs, vegetables, and flowers—right outside their back door.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a curious beginner, incorporating raised beds into your deck can enhance your outdoor space in both form and function. Here’s why it’s a smart addition—and how we can help make it part of your next project.
Why Add Raised Garden Beds to Your Deck?
1. Maximize Your Outdoor Living Space
In Wake Forest, where mild seasons encourage outdoor living, raised garden beds on your deck can transform unused corners or perimeter space into vibrant mini-gardens. They allow you to grow fresh produce or flowers even if you don’t have a large yard—or any yard at all. And when integrated directly into the deck design, they create a seamless look that elevates the beauty of your backyard retreat.
2. Easy Maintenance & Accessibility
Raised beds reduce the strain of bending and kneeling, making gardening more accessible for everyone. For homeowners looking to age in place or simply reduce the wear and tear on their knees and backs, deck-level garden beds offer a convenient solution.
With Evergreen Decks LLC, we can design garden beds at your preferred height and location, whether that’s waist-level planters along the railing or lower beds tucked into deck corners.
3. Better Drainage & Soil Control
One of the biggest advantages of raised beds is the control they offer over soil quality and drainage. Wake Forest and Raleigh area soil can vary significantly by location, and with raised beds, you’re not dependent on your yard’s existing conditions. This makes it easier to grow a wider variety of plants and keep your garden thriving.
Custom Built to Fit Your Deck Design
At Evergreen Decks LLC, we specialize in creating decks that reflect your lifestyle and tastes—and garden beds are no exception. When we design your custom deck, we can incorporate raised beds in multiple ways:
- Built-in Planter Boxes: Integrated directly into the deck’s frame, these offer a streamlined, cohesive look.
- Modular Garden Beds: Freestanding but coordinated with your deck’s materials and design, allowing for flexibility in layout.
- Perimeter Beds: These run along the edges of the deck and can double as stylish barriers or natural privacy screens.
We use durable, rot-resistant materials like cedar, composite lumber, or pressure-treated wood—depending on your deck type and aesthetic preferences. We would be happy to help you select the best materials and placement to suit your needs and maximize sunlight exposure.
Local Plants Thrive in Raised Beds
If you’re new to gardening or wondering what to grow, Wake Forest’s climate is ideal for a variety of plants that thrive in raised beds. Popular choices include:
- Herbs like basil, mint, rosemary, and thyme
- Leafy greens like lettuce, kale, and spinach
- Tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers for a summer harvest
- Colorful flowers like marigolds, lavender, and petunias
Our team can even offer tips or connect you with local landscapers or gardening experts if you want help planning your first planting season.
Sustainable and Eco-Friendly
Raised garden beds aren’t just great for you—they’re good for the environment too. They encourage organic growing practices, reduce food packaging waste, and minimize the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides.
When we build garden beds for your deck, we focus on sustainability: responsibly sourced wood, eco-friendly stains and sealants, and smart designs that promote water conservation. It’s just one more way we help you create a greener outdoor living space.
Let’s Design Your Dream Deck with Raised Beds
Whether you’re planning a small backyard refresh or a complete deck overhaul, Evergreen Decks LLC is here to help. Our team will work with you to design a space that blends beauty, functionality, and sustainability—with raised garden beds tailored to your needs.
Raised beds can be a small addition with big impact—bringing you closer to nature, improving your meals with fresh produce, and adding a peaceful, living element to your deck experience.
Get Started Today
If you’re in Raleigh, Wake Forest, or surrounding areas and ready to enhance your outdoor space, contact Evergreen Decks LLC for a free consultation. We’ll walk you through your options, including custom raised garden bed designs, and help bring your deck vision to life.
