Hey everyone! I'm diving into organic gardening for the first time and considering galvanized steel raised beds with an Aluzinc coating. However, I'm a bit worried about possible chemicals leaching into the soil. I really want my veggies to be as clean and organic as possible, but I might be overthinking it. I know untreated wood, especially cedar and oak, is another option, but wooden raised beds can get pricey where I live, and I'm looking for something more durable. Any advice or thoughts would be greatly appreciated!
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Starting organic gardening is super exciting! 🌱 Your worries about galvanized steel beds are understandable, but many gardeners use them successfully, especially the ones with Aluzinc coating. If you want to play it safe, consider lining the inside of the beds with landscape fabric. Have you thought about using composite boards or recycled plastic? They’re usually durable and might fit within your budget too. Whatever you end up choosing, I'm sure your garden will do great! Happy gardening! 😊
You might be a bit worried, but I think it's fine for one generation. The zinc in those beds is a sacrificial metal, so the aluminum should be stable. Just don’t let them break down into the soil over centuries—dispose of them properly when they’re worn out. Here's a good resource I found about galvanized steel garden beds being safe: [link].