## How to Build a Planting Bed Against a House | Hunker Source URL:: <https://www.hunker.com/13424243/how-to-build-a-planting-bed-against-a-house> ### Highlights > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Mon Jul 17 2023 01:20:58 GMT-0400%% > > When choosing plants and planning the size and layout, consider the spacing between your foundation and the plants. Leave a minimum of 1 foot between the plants and the foundation to give them room to grow. Planting them too close to the house can cause foundation issues and restrict the growth of the plants, especially shrubs, which might grow on only one side instead of developing into full, healthy shrubs. > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Mon Jul 17 2023 01:20:58 GMT-0400%% > > When building your planting bed, be aware of the slope of the soil. It should slope away from your home&#39;s foundation to avoid collecting water along the base of your house. A general guideline is to have the ground drop 9 to 10 inches over the 10 feet leading away from your home.