Planning for a raised bed. Find the location that you want: Water availability, amount of sun, does not impede the city’s alley access.

Lay out your basic design. At this point, you can change the design as you wish. Choose the material that you will be using to contain the raised bed. I like stone, but wood planks and/or railroad ties can also be used. Also choose how you will water the area.

A couple hours later, you have a raised bed. This one is 8 feet wide by about 3 feet deep. Enjoy your garden. Cheers!