[Cob] cob raised beds?

[Joseph R Dupont]

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On Mon, 24 May 2004 21:17:33 -0700 "Daveena T" <tauberd at comcast.net>
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> I am interested in building raised beds out of something other than 
> wood and
> I was wondering if cob could be an appropriate medium.  I like the 
> idea of
> being able to build beds in interesting shapes rather than just 
> straight
> lines.  I also like the possibility of building in little sitting 
> areas or
> shrines.  
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> Would cob beds stand up to the constant contact with soil?  Could I 
> line
> them or finish them with something if the soil would be a problem?  
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> some kind of flashing be necessary?  Any more ideas or examples of 
> people
> who have done this?
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> Thanks, DT in Portland, OR
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