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I'm going to build the a box for my vegetable garden that has a 10" riser with a 6" bevel frame. The idea is this will stop mice from climbing up over the side.

I was at the store pricing out wire mesh to line the bottom to prevent the mice from digging up under it, but the mesh was very expensive.

Do you think a mesh is required? or is there another way to prevent mice from digging under the box?

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I think this post about using five gallon buckets as planters is a relevant solution. It has these advantages:

  • cheaper and faster than building the box you have shown
  • the smooth sides of the buckets will hinder mice climbing up. A little silicone lubricant will make the sides extra slippery.
  • works for tomatoes, green peppers and many herbs
  • you can always increase your protection by using the kiddie pool suggested by LogicalLunatic in the post as a moat
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