Wet Floodproofing, Home Retrofitting, and Resilient Design
Build a Vegetable Garden
In Houston, as in many parts of the country, raised beds for vegetable gardens are ideal. This allows for better control of the soil quality, easier weed management, and most importantly, good drainage during heavy rains.
Costs:
Wood and screws ~$40
Soil – ~$40
Fertilizer ~$5
Seeds/Transplants ~$20 or grow your own
Estimated: $105 for a 3’x6′ raised bed vegetable garden