Use Straw As A Foundation For Raised Beds How about harnessing the simplicity of straw to foster your raised plant beds?

Whether you use them for seasonal decor on your front porch or turn them into a hardworking vegetable garden in your backyard, straw bales provide an easy and inexpensive vehicle for fall fun.

This week's Master Gardener column offers advice for covering plants for winter — and the best materials to use — as well as pruning tips.