Gabions are becoming increasingly popular because they can basically be combined in any combination and offer a good alternative to traditional solid masonry. A key advantage is the flexible, relatively inexpensive system and the ability to build gabion raised beds, seats, fences or walls yourself. You can easily create a small or large, straight or curved structure according to your own ideas.
Build your own gabion raised bed – choose a round or curved shape
Gabions basically consist of robust, corrosion-resistant metal mesh that can be filled with rubble stones or pebbles. These baskets can be of different sizes and are arranged according to the building block principle. They are used in road and landscapingFixing slopes, but are equally suitable for decorative, visually appealing and modern garden design.
You can easily create a gabion raised bed yourself and plant it later if you don't overlook some tips. It can be set up on compacted or grown soil, fill the walls with stones and then fill the inside with plant substrate.
Get useful materials – plant pot, metal mesh, broken stones
Smaller raised beds are ideal for placing anywhere in the garden, set accents and are easier to make yourself. Our tip: for the first try, choose a small version. For example, a raised bed with a height of 50 centimeters requires a wall thickness of 10 centimeters. A foundation is not required, but the subsoil should be stable. It is recommended to attach a rabbit wire to the floor to prevent pests from breaking in.
Choose the metal grid that corresponds to the size of the quarry stones
The most difficult work when creating gabion raised beds, as with other stone construction methods, is the procurement of materials and transportation. Delivery is now available for an additional charge when shopping. Choose the type and grain size of the stones depending on the size. In our example, a grid with a mesh size of 5X5 cm will be sufficient. In this case, we recommend using pebbles or decorative river stones as filling material, which serve as a great eye-catcher.
Build your own gabion raised bed and decorate it with decorative moss
This type of raised bed is more suitable as a beautifying cover for round raised beds. To get a really round shape, a bucket of the right size or a concrete ring would be particularly suitable. If one is not used, weed fleece or special foil should be placed on the inner wall.
Plant plants and arrange them beautifully
AAdvantage for the plantsThe gabion raised bed provides additional heat storage. Why should you choose suitable plant species that are more drought tolerant.
Choose suitable grids and quarry stones
An important point is to choose the right type of wire. Thickness and grid depend on the overall size of the structure. For larger systems there is a need for static fastening. The mesh size should be large enough to ensure ventilation and yet the filling must not fall out.
Rounded parts for gabion raised beds adapt to the property
Gabions should not be rectangular and bulky. With the help of the flexibly shapeable baskets, raised beds can be designed with a variety of shapes. What is important to note is the average thickness, which should be between 20 and 30 centimeters. (The exact dimensions for larger systems should be statically calculated by experts.)
The metal mesh construction of the gabions is particularly flexible
Before the gabions are filled, their baskets are shaped according to the area of use. The resulting figures can be used as building blocks outside and thus create different shapes. Straight or winding lines, rectangles, triangles or arches – let your imagination unfold.
Arched, imaginative shapesCreate gabion raised beds
The unfilled baskets are light and can be created on site - placed and filled yourself. The filling material can be freely selected and this creates different effects. With gabions you have real freedom in the modern design of the outdoor area.
Gabions – building blocks with extensive outdoor uses
A really stable construction is difficult to achieve, especially holding the gabion walls firmly together. Various systems are also available for this purpose - wire, screws or clamps. Gabion raised beds do not carry as much load as these for securing slopes, which is why they are easier to build.
Gabions offer numerous design options in the garden
When it comes to filling material, you can choose from a wide range of looks and thereby set accents in your garden design. To add a personal touch, the stones are filled differently or arranged according to size and shape.
GabionsRaised bed – spiral itselfbuild and create
A small herb garden can be achieved despite the limited space. Raised bed in the shape of a spiral saves a lot of space and ensures a clear overall picture and serves as a decorative eye-catcher. The herbs and spices are planted in stages and therefore require less space.
Metal grid construction for raised bed spiral
The spiral construction appears to be complicated - in this raised bed the thickness of the gabion walls is additionally fixed to ensure stability. These elements are best attached to the substrate and positioned at the same distance.
Fill the gabion raised bed with stones – a variety of stone types to choose from
Gabion raised beds have advantages and disadvantages, which we will provide a brief overview of.
Pros:
- easy construction
- stable construction
- individual shapes possible
- different optics
- long shelf life
Contras:
- difficult procurement
- Minimum thickness of the gabion walls of 10 centimeters
Create a small herb garden with an imaginative shape
Building a gabion raised bed yourself is particularly worthwhile for smaller areas and to add modern accents to the garden. The playful shapes, which could easily be realized, provide a unique eye-catcher and individual radiance.
Spral-shaped plant bed - different materials optional
Gabion baskets are filled from bottom to top with increasingly fine material if different types are present. In principle, the type of stone is chosen as desired - quarry stones, gravel, gravel, natural stones, lava stones, boulders, paving stones, bricks, broken glass, steel or even wood. It is also important to choose the grid according to the filling.
Gabion raised bed round and square at the same time - hexagonal shape
With the help of gabion constructions, different shapes can be created that are different on the outside and inside. For example, a rectangular raised bed is shaped into an oval in the inner part and planted, or a hexagonal gabion with a round pond is planted inside. The result is a beautiful and modern overall picture that impresses with its playful design.
Tree in a jar made of gabions
Tree in a pot is a real eye-catcher, especially if it is attractively designed. The stone structure of the gabions has an interesting visual effect and appears natural at the same time. In addition, a raised bed like this could be customized according to your own wishes and ideas.
Exotic tree in a round gabion raised bed
The exotic tree and plant species include locations and containers that keep them present and at the same time fit in with the garden design.Design your ownusing gabions!
