7 reasons for using raised beds

1. You get to control the soil, so it doesn't matter if your native soil type is wrong for your 'crop'.
2. As you do not walk on raised beds the soil doesn't get compacted
3. You can plant your 'crop' closer together
4. Weeds are much less likely in raised beds
5. Raised beds drain better and you only need to water the beds
6. Raised beds are easier to maintain and easier to get to without getting your knees muddy
7. Pests are less likely to eat your 'crop' and if needed you can protect them with netting attached to the sides of the raised bed