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Figure 17.
An Example of a Raised Bed Built from Landscape Timbers.
Landscape timbers are usually 6-8 feet long and are only about 3inches thick. Landscape
fabric would be good to keep soil from washing out between the cracks. These timbers are
much smaller than old railroad ties, but they do not contain creosote, which is harmful to
plants. Old railroad ties can be used, but make sure they are well weathered and are not
"dripping" creosote. Be aware, that landscape timbers sometimes have a tendency to warp.
