After some discussions, we agree that to begin, they will want some long narrow boxes for planting vine plants that will trellis. This includes beans and cucumbers, which are two of our favorites.
So, then they will place square boxes that are approximately 4' x 4' in front, probably in a straight row, and that will give them plenty of options for their crops. We discussed the pros and cons of having 1-board high planters vs. 2-board high planters.
There are plants like tomatoes and peppers that are just so much nicer to tend to through the summer in planters that are 22-24" off the ground. You can work next to them on a stool, and avoid gardener's back. For these types, the 2-board high planter is perfect.
So, to prepare their garden area, I recommended that they till the soil to level it all and get it prepared for the building of the garden. Next, they would put weed fabric down on the entire area. On the area where they will be expanding in the future, temporarily cover with mulch, which can easily be pulled back when the next phase of garden boxes are installed.
This will also make installation of the irrigation system easier, as the soil will already be turned. They can lay out their irrigation, and it will only take a shovel to easily bury the tubing.
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