Festnight Garden Greenhouse with Raised Bed Kits Rectangular Vegetable Planter Bed - Grey Galvanised Steel, 100x100x85 cm

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This raised garden bed will likely work well for shorter annual flowers and many herbs, but because the planter boxes are only 7 inches deep, they won’t work as well for plants with long roots. Plus, the five planter boxes are close together, which may cause problems for taller plants. If you’re just getting into gardening, this raised garden bed offers several features to make things easier for you. You’ll also have full control over the soil you use. Select a soil that’s compatible with what you’re growing, and your plants will benefit from a better yield and increased resistance to disease. There’s drainage holes in the legs of this planter, but it can be used without the legs if needed. Weighing just 2 kg, it’s easy to move to a sunny spot, even once filled with soil.

The Keter Easy Growing Raised Garden Bed is the best raised bed for small outdoor spaces or balconies. It measures 114 x 49.3 x 75.7 cm, which makes it large enough to grow a variety of vegetables, but it’s not so big that it’ll overwhelm the space.Keep in Mind: There are more parts to assemble than on other raised garden beds, and there is no bottom. This bed is very easy to assemble; simply slot the legs into place. Once assembled, it’s weather resistant but best installed in a sheltered spot if you live in a particularly windy area.

Wooden raised beds will need treating every year , as they are susceptible to rot. If you are growing edible produce, you’ll need to ensure the preservative is food-safe.You can grow pretty much anything in a raised bed, but there are some plants that really benefit from the controlled conditions a garden bed offers them. It measures 80 cm tall, which makes it a comfortable height for most gardeners, including children. Elderly gardeners don’t need to stoop low to access their plants, while it’s also the perfect height for wheelchair users. Divide different sections of your garden such as the patio and lawn by using raised beds. Creating zones in your garden can make the space appear bigger, while also screening certain areas from overlooking neighbours. Measuring 64 cm tall (without the lid), this planter box is a comfortable working height. It’s 38 cm wide and 77 cm long so, while it’s not enormous, it’s ideal for those without a lot of planting space. There’s 25 cm of space for the roots, so it’s suitable for most shallow-rooted herbs and vegetables.

Waist high raised beds are easier to tend to than those lower to the floor, especially for senior users or those with mobility issues. You can either stand or sit while pruning, weeding, watering and harvesting. Corrugated metal is one of the most popular choices for raised beds thanks to its industrial look and durability. It’s important the metal used is galvanised so it doesn’t rust. For style and durability, go for a combination of corrugated metal and wood like the image above. The benefit of a portable raised bed is that it can be moved to a sheltered location in bad weather. Large planters or pots offer the same benefits. Fixing wheels to your planter like the model pictured above will make moving it around your patio exceptionally easy.

Raised beds vs shelves

Because of this, I had the ability also to fasten the gravel boards into the actual greenhouse structure. This helped make the whole structure more rigid but isn’t really needed for building raised beds. How do you layout raised beds in a greenhouse? Create a rustic raised bed using branches or scrap wood sourced from the garden. This method is affordable, good for the planet and highly rewarding. Longer branches can be weaved together to create a ‘wattle’ bed. You’ll need upright stakes and long, supple branches. It’s best to use this for plants with relatively shallow roots. This raised garden bed is also sold in a set with garden tools, which might be handy if you’re just starting out. Not sure where to start when it comes to designing a raised bed garden? We’ve put together our 50 favourite plans and ideas. When growing edible produce in a raised planter, it’s important that there’s no harmful chemicals on the bed material which could leach into the soil. This planter has been treated with a food-safe preservative so you can plant herbs and veggies with no concerns. While this means there’s no need for a liner, there is one included, which can help elongate the lifespan of the wood.