## Shared from Bing: Flower Bed Against House Foundation Do’s &amp; Don’ts Source URL:: <https://www.evergreenseeds.com/flower-bed-against-house-foundation/> ### Highlights > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Tue Aug 22 2023 23:13:06 GMT-0400%% > > Before building a planter box or flower bed, you’ll need to make sure your yard slopes away from the house. This is called grading. A properly graded yard will prevent water from accumulating along the foundation during rainstorms and overwatering. > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Tue Aug 22 2023 23:13:06 GMT-0400%% > > There are a couple of ways you can ensure proper drainage in your flower bed. The first step is to dig out the area you want to make a flower bed. Keep in mind that herbs and other small plants will need a minimum of six inches of soil, while larger vegetables and flowers will need 12 to 18 inches. Providing more depth allows plants to grow closer together and encourages vertical root growth. > [!quote]+ %%Updated on Tue Aug 22 2023 23:13:06 GMT-0400%% > > For in-ground flower beds, you will need a specific type of soil that remains light and fluffy. Like with planter boxes, you want to avoid soil that is high in clay or sand, as these tend to compact and do not provide good drainage.