Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Kathleen Kelly

How much soil would I need to fill a 14 inch high 8ft x 6ft raised bed?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 2

Philip Purcell

Am I correct in reading that I can get a raised bed in 12ft by 2ft kits, 9inch high ?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 3

William

How do they drain

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 4

Sarah

Andrew,Am I correct in assuming the liner is porous to enable any excess water to drain? I need to know because it has bearing upon where I put the bed. Thank you for answering my questions.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 5

Sarah

How deep is the deepest part? Also, is it watertight or does it drain from between the boards? Thank you.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 6

Stella

Can you tell me if the wood is pressure treated please? I know you say 'stained', but that's more to do with the colour than the anti-rot treatment!

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 7

Michelle

Can you tell me how the cold frame is attached to the vegtrug eg clips, bolts etc? And if it easy to remove for the summer months. Kind regardsMichelle

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Cold Frame 1m

Question 8

Andy Levitt

How frequently will the planter need to be treated..?ThanksAndy Levitt

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 9

Christine

I have ordered a Herb VegTrug and was wondering if this would be a useful addition, especially for the winter to keep the herbs producing for longer? I had thought of the standard frame and poly cover but would this be better?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Cold Frame 1m

Question 10

Jack Crompton

I see from one of your replies that screws are included. Yet in a couple of the reviews customers have complained that screws were NOT included. Please clarify.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 11

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 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 12

Vera Layton

Do they come assembledDo you charge delivery

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 13

deirdre

how much compost do i need for the 1 metre vegtrug portable bed 149â�¬ one

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 14

Robert English

Our garden path is on a slight gradient which was put in by initial gardeners to run up to shed door without a step. I would want to position the raised bed to run beside the path to the shed door, can you advise any problems by placing the raised bed (4&...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 15

Alan Hannah

If I order the 1 ton soil container how do you get it from the front of the house to the rear garden. There is a side path from the driveway

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 16

Elizabeth

Is the 9 inch raised beds deep enough for salad crops - lettuce, spring onions, radish? The rest of my raised beds are deeper which I use for vegetables but i'm wondering if I can get away with a lower bed for some veg/salad.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 17

Anne

Hi,I want to grow tomatoes, mainly in a greenhouse but in a bed that can also be brought outdoors - so want one that we can attach wheels to. What would you recommend?Thanks,Anne

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 18

Sylvia Teskey

Hi, are the finishing tops attractive hiding places for slugs and snails?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Castleton Raised Garden Bed With Finishing Top 6ft x 6ft

Question 19

Emma Chesters

Hi there. Is your timber treated please? Many thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Castleton Raised Garden Bed With Finishing Top 6ft x 6ft

Question 20

Nicole

How much are the 4c4x9 beds? It doesn’t seem to give me an option to choose the size when I’m paying for it

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 21

Shirley

Hi, I have just received three raised beds but note no hardware or instructions supplied. I have watched the video which seems fine but wonder what size screws should be used & should they have been supplied, many thanks & regards

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 22

John Robertson

I have just received my order for 2off Premier 6 x 4ft 9in High Raised Garden Beds, unfortunately I am missing 4x wooden corner posts ( 2 from each bed kit) and a pack of screws, so cant assemble them yet. Can you tell me when I will receive the missing i...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 23

Elizabeth

I was hoping to purchase two 3x12 9in high bed for soft fruit. Just have 2 queries - this isn't too narrow for full grown plants is it? Also - how many raspberry / blackberry plants would in fit in each?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 24

Karen Horn

Hi, when will you have the natural coloured 1.8m vegtrug back in stock pleaseMany Thanks Karen

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 25

Ray Ryan

Niall, I note that your natural coloured 1.8 Vegtrug trough is currently out of stock, but may be in shortly. Can I put in an order for one please, as I’d like to get one as soon as possible?Thanks.

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 26

Terry Bracken

Hello, when do you expect the 1.8m grey wash trug to be available.Thank youTerry

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 27

Guest

We think that 14 inches is not deep enough - would it be possible to buy 2 and sit them on top of each other?

Asked 2 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Raised Bed Kits - 35cm High Allotment Planter

Question 28

Chris Murphy

Do you have the grey wash 1.8m vegtrug in stock?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 29

Guest

Need Polythene Sheet for 6x4 ( 2 raised beds )

Asked 2 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Polythene 2.8m x 4.0m

Question 30

Selina Brian Mckenzie

Do you need to line planter before putting soil in

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 31

brenda

What organic compost do you recommend to fill the vegtrug with? Thanks

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 32

Laura

Hi, just wondering if the bed has a wood floor? If not, please recommend ones that do? Thanks

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 33

Terry Woollard

Are the boards pre-drilled ?? I want 3 of the 6x4ft beds.

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 34

Bob Connely

howor a 6by3 by 9f much topsoil/compost in litres do i needhow much compost do I need to fill in litres

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 35

Sylvester Neylon

What is ideal soil preparation for growing vegetables carrotts parnisps in a raised bed 9" high.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 36

Jim Grant

Hi , when i set up my raised beds do I have to dig out the grass

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 37

Jim Grant

What kind of mix between Compost and soil will i need for my Raised beds

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 38

David McGill

Is the timber treated ?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 39

Justine Railton

what is the timber treated with? do they need lining because of the timber treatment?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 40

Bev walker

Hi, is this timber treatment the same as that used for the premier and other beds and therefore certified for growing crops organically?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 41

Sophia Stobbs

Hi, I want to put the raised bed in the part of the garden that has a patio (slabs of stone) as it's in the sunnier part of my garden. I want to grow fruit and vege. I do not really want to dig up grass as I want to maintain an area for my children to p...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > Timber Raised Bed Kit - 22.5cm High Allotment Planter

Question 42

Guest

Hi there, what is the diameter of the tubing please?

Asked 11 months ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Poly Cover

Question 43

Jen

I have a wooding decking and was wondering if I could put a raise bed on it! Is so do I put plastic or black out on before I place the bed! This is my first time and haven't a clue!! Thanks

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Deluxe Beds > Deluxe 35cm Raised Bed Kits

Question 44

Ben

I would really like one 6' by 5'. Can you do that or would it be easy to reduce the 6' by 6' one myself.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Deluxe Beds > Deluxe 35cm Raised Bed Kits

Question 45

Conor

Do i fill this with Compost only or a mixture of soil and compost?1 container would be for veg1 container for flowers etc

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Deluxe Beds > Deluxe 35cm Raised Bed Kits

Question 46

Guest

what is the height on the 4ft by 4ft size kit?

Asked 3 months ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Poly Cover

Question 47

Guest

Hi . What are the hoop bed 25 mm corner bracket made of ?

Asked 24 days ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Hoop bed corner bracket

Question 48

phil horwood

Hi do your raised beds come with a guarantee? I have seen a similar product with 15year guarantee.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > 4ft Square Allotment Raised Bed Flatpack Kit - 7in high Twin Pack

Question 49

Dee

Could I use 3 of these stacked on top of each other (obviously using longer corner posts) to create a 21" bed? I have in mind a 4 x 4 foot bed and a taller bed would be a great help.

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > 4ft Square Allotment Raised Bed Flatpack Kit - 7in high Twin Pack

Question 50

Elisa Baliani

What type of wood is this? Untreated or treated?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Allotment Beds > 4ft Square Allotment Raised Bed Flatpack Kit - 7in high Twin Pack

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