CaliKim: Build This Raised Bed First in 2026 (Your Back & Budget Will Thank You)

This is the raised bed I’m building first for my 2026 garden — it’s back-saving, budget-smart, easy to build, and helps you grow more vegetables in less space. If you’ve ever struggled with bending over or garden beds that don’t last… this one’s for you.
In this video, I’ll walk you through:
• Why size matters when it comes to your back
• The ideal size for a raised bed
• The affordable, long-lasting materials we used
• A full, step-by-step build — easy enough for anyone to do
It’s a smart, practical, and beautiful bed designed for real-life gardens.
👀 Don’t start your 2026 garden without watching this first.

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WATCH FOR MORE GARDEN TIPS:

TIMESTAMPS: (click the timestamp to jump to a specific tip or re-watch your favorite part)
00:00 Why This Raised Bed Comes First
00:24 The Size Detail That Changes Everything
01:10 What Wood Works Best (and Why I Chose Mine)
01:42 Supplies You’ll Need
02:52 Do This Before You Build
03:06 Step-by-Step Raised Bed Build
07:13 What’s Coming Next

MUSIC:
Mountain Sun BY Audionautix

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