Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Robert

Do you need power tools to assemble the beds? Can a novice assemble the beds adequately?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Deluxe Beds > Deluxe 53cm Raised Bed Kits

Question 2

Barbara

Are the measurements you give the size of each plank (i.e. a 6ft plank and a 3ft plank)or the size of the beds when assembled? If the latter is that interior or exterior? Many thanks,Barbara

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 22.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 3

Garry McMahon

What are the dimensions (LxWxD) of the individual compartments?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Vegtrug Easy Access Beds > Vegtrug Raised Herb Planter

Question 4

Hanka

Is the timber certified to be used for organic food crop?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier Split Level Raised Vegetable Bed

Question 5

Eadaoin Furey

Are there holes at the bottom for drainage?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Vegtrug Easy Access Beds > Vegtrug Wall Hugger Trough Planter

Question 6

Marilyn

How do you keep the trig from getting waterlogged, is there some sort of drainage system in it?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 7

Trevor Goodbody

How many litres in a 1.8m Vegtrug? Or to put it another way how much compost does one of these planters take?

Asked 11 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 8

Sarah Moloney

Can this be put straight onto a paved surface or does it need a base or liner?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 9

Cathy Jordan

Is 6ft by 6ft the interior measurement of the bed when assembled or the full length of the planks?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Easy Assemble Raised Beds > Easy To Assemble Raised Vegetable Beds 180cm x 180cm

Question 10

Clare Gaylard

Is there a bottom the bed?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 11

Paul

What is the best base for these types of bed? I have an area with a concrete floor that I would like to put these on but am concerned that pooling water would damage the wood over time. Could they be placed on to something to keep them out of contact with...

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 12

Guest

DO I NEED EXTRA DRAINAGE IF SITTING ON A CONCRETE BASE? CAN I ADD PAVING SLABS INSIDE THE BED?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 53cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 13

Guest

Hi, how easy is it to dismantle the polytunnel ? I was thinking of dismantling it when growing season is over .

Asked 1 year ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Mesh Net Cover

Question 14

David

How much soil would be required to fill the taller version of this bed? 1 tonne or more?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Urban Garden Raised Bed Kit

Question 15

Sue

Hi will this item be coming back in stock

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Metal Raised Beds > Metal Raised Garden Planter with Legs

Question 16

Jan Wright

How will this be delivered please?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

Alice

What tools do I need for assembly? Are there any spikes like I have seen on other products if being assembled on dirt/grass (do I need spikes anyway or how do they fit?)?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 53cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 18

Katie Hamilton

Hi. Can you make a 5ft x 2ft raised bed?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 35cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 19

Tom

Hi, I'm going to buy your 6x4 raised bed with one of these liners. Unfortunately, I do not have a suitable stapler to fix the liner to the wood. What nails would you recommend I purchase to fix the liner in place?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Liners for Allotment, Premier and Deluxe Raised Beds

Question 20

Tina

Hi, does the soil have to be changed every year? Thank you

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 21

Don

Could you please tell me if your kits include the appropriate screws or not? Some of the reviewers were unhappy that they did not receive any and I would like to be sure before ordering. If they are included, I will order immediately.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 35cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 22

Martin

Hi, when installing raised beds are you better lining the sides or do you just fill them with soil and that’s it? I’m after growing asparagus in them.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 17.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 23

Bharath

Won't the wood rot or degrade due to daily watering

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Replacement liners for Vegtrug Raised Beds

Question 24

Liam

Hello,The description says these beds are 4ft square (i.e. 1.22 meters square) however the person in the video says they are "1 meter square" So which is it, 1m or 4ft? The difference is nearly 50% in volume.thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Guest

How much soil will I need to fill a 4ft by 4ft bed?

Asked 2 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Easy Assemble Raised Beds > Heavy Duty Raised Garden Bed

Question 26

Anne

Please advise if the 7" high Timber Planters are treated with non-toxic preservatives.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Allotment Raised Beds - 17.5cm High Timber Planter

Question 27

Guest

sizing of the liner

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Liners for Allotment, Premier and Deluxe Raised Beds

Question 28

Guest

Is it possible to get a 6ft x 1.5ft bed?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 53cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 29

Guest

Hello! Does the 8ft long mean there is a board in the middle of the bed?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 35cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 30

Guest

Hello! Does the 8ft mean then that there is a board in the middle

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 35cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 31

Julia Butcher

If I’m placing these raised beds onto soil can I grow root vegetables like potatoes and carrots? (I’m assuming the raised beds are bottomless?)

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Allotment Raised Beds - 17.5cm High Timber Planter

Question 32

Catherine Ratcliffe

Would this fit onto the standard allotment 6x3 bed? Also where do I find the cover to order if it's not included?

Asked 11 years ago 1 answer

Mini Polytunnel complete frame kit- wood, kit and tubes.

Question 33

Paul

Is this the 2.8m x 5m sheet needed to fit the 8’ x 4’ poly tunnel? The answers below are a little confusing? They seem to say that the sheet is actually 2 x 4m which doesn’t fit an 8 x 4 poly tunnel.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Polythene 8x4 Size

Question 34

Patricia Dobson

How much soil do I need for the 6ft x 4ft bed? Many thanks.

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 22.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 35

John Hogan

Hi, I was wondering when you expect this frame and cover to be available again. Thanks,John

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Wallhugger Tall Frame and Multi Cover

Question 36

Guest

How much compost do I need for a 4ft x 4ft 21 inch high bed please?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 53cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 37

Gina Hetherington

Hi FolksGot my veg trug and cold frame. There are no clamps in the box to secure the frame to the trug. Are they not supplied?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Cold Frame 1.8 m

Question 38

Ira Unell

Question re: 6 X 6 raised bed. Is the inside dimension 6 ft by 6 ft or are the boards 6 feet long? I need to know because of the space I have in mind, which is 74".

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Easy Assemble Raised Beds > Easy To Assemble Raised Vegetable Beds 180cm x 180cm

Question 39

Kate Mee

HiWe have an allotment and are looking to do raised beds on two sections measuring 375cm x 140cm. Please advise if we can do two raised beds of 12ft x 4 ft or need 4 beds of 6 x 4 ft.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 22.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 40

Helen Hooper

Hi there, might you be able to let me know how many litres of soil required for each of the Vegtrugs please? Full size 1m and 1.8m, and wall hugger 1m and 1.8m?Many thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 41

Sean

Is this suitable for heavier plants, such as butternut squash?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Raised Bed for Climbing Plants - 180cm x 120cm

Question 42

Gillian Bristow

At the end of the season is it necessary to change the compost in my veg true, or could I just add home made compost, or maybe just remove top 6 inches? I have no where to dispose of spent compost. Having amazing success with it, by the way.

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 43

Helen Hooper

Good afternoon, have the Oak Barrel planters been treated with a food safe product? Would they be suitable for growing fruit and vegetables? Many thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Vegtrug Easy Access Beds > Vegtrug Burnt Oak Barrel Planter

Question 44

Linda

Is the bed deep enough to plant raspberry canes?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Raised Bed for Climbing Plants - 180cm x 120cm

Question 45

Angie

How deep is this bed (and what would normally be required for climbers like peas/french beans?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Raised Bed for Climbing Plants - 180cm x 120cm

Question 46

Guest

cloche and nets for two tier beds

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Raised Bed Kit

Question 47

claire

Hi,Im looking for a raised bed to go on top of lawn. I'm already growing raspberries. But would like to start growing cucumbers, courgettes, tomatoes and lettuce. Would the 2 tiered raised bed work for all of theses or would it be better to get 2 separat...

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier Split Level Raised Vegetable Bed

Question 48

Trevor

Hi. I'm thinking of getting some raised vegetable beds at the best price.The dimensions I'm thinking are 9inch x 1.25inch by 6x4 feet. Is there a difference in how the premier veg beds and flower beds of these dimensions are made and treated as the price ...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier 22.5cm FSC Timber Raised Garden Beds

Question 49

Mary

Is it possible to just buy the 6x2ft bed on its own?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Premier Split Level Raised Vegetable Bed

Question 50

Dearbhla

hi, is it possible to order it with the climber on the 4ft side rather than the 6 ft side?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > Raised Bed for Climbing Plants - 180cm x 120cm

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