Thanks for asking about the garden project. I think the raised beds should go along the south side of the yard since that gets the most sunlight throughout the day. We were considering using cedar for the frame because it holds up well against moisture and does not rot quickly. The soil mix I mentioned has compost peat moss and vermiculite in equal parts which should give good drainage and nutrients for most vegetables. I checked the weather forecast and the next couple of weekends look promising so we can start building then. Let me know if you need help transporting the materials since I have a truck available on Saturday mornings. I should also mention that the deer have been active in the area so we might want to install a fence around the perimeter. The local nursery has a sale on tomato and pepper starts this week and I could pick some up if you let me know what varieties you prefer.

We also need to consider irrigation. A simple drip system with a timer would make watering much easier and more consistent. I can pick up the components from the hardware store if we decide to go that route. The total cost should be reasonable and well worth the convenience.