Inorganic vs. Organic Nature’s Organic Garden System (NOGS) Raised Bed Benefits

NOGS Raised Bed Benefits contrast traditional soil-based raised bed, and that of Nature’s Organic Garden System raised beds. Take a moment and look at the differences between the two concepts.

NOGS Raised Bed Benefits	Soil-based Raised Beds
New components: straw, alfalfa, compost	Use existing clay, sand, and organic material to make loam soil conditions. Test for nutrients and contaminants and make adjustments before planting.
Low physical effort. Distribution of straw, alfalfa, compost, and a unique blend of organic fertilizers.	Shoveling soil into a box while mixing components to make sure you have water retention properties.
High water retention	Mid to Low water retention
Faster growing than raised soil beds	Slightly faster growth than in-ground gardens
No soil amendments. All components are organic.	A mix of organic and inorganic materials Vermiculite, peat (non-renewable), manure
The raised bed system is an ideal environment for good bacteria and fungi growth.	The soil has both harmful and useful bacteria and fungi. It may take an extended period for good bacteria and fungi to become established.
Easy root growth combined with excellent water retention and an abundant supply of plant food.	Plants take longer to develop root systems in soil. Over time, compacted soil results in minimal root growth.
You will need to recharge the materials due to organic materials’ decomposition. After several recharging cycles, the bed will become a rich humus growing environment.	Dirt will need amending after each growing season. The soil will eventually wear out if not replenishing with organic material.
The decomposition process generates heat, resulting in an extended growing season over conventional raised beds.	The soil warms slightly faster than in-ground gardens.