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Lauren Bradbury

What is keyhole gardening? Why it may be time to take your raised beds to the next level and create a sustainable keyhole garden at home

Raised 'Keyhole' Garden constructed from wicker, planted with salad crops including beetroot ,courgettes and low beans - Gary K Smith/Alamy Stock Photo F1R0R0.

Garden trends come and go, but as more and more people try to make sustainable changes to their lives, there’s no doubt that eco-friendly garden trends are starting to stick. That’s why you should be asking yourself: What is keyhole gardening?

Akin to permaculture, keyhole gardening focuses on making the most of a bad situation - especially when you have poor soil quality or want to improve nutrient levels to successfully grow your own fruit and vegetables. But while keyhole gardens are very similar to raised garden beds, it’s fair to say that there are a few key differences.

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