Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Eileen

Do these beds have bases?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Flower Beds > Raised Flower Bed 22.5cm High

Question 2

Sophie

Hi I was wondering how many 50l bags of soil would you need for the 12x4 bed

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 3

Moira

Hi you say that the wood does not need to be treated as it will last approx 10:years but on the instruction leaflet it says to treat the wood every year. Hope you can clarify. Thanks

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 4

grainne fahy

Is there a base in this?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 5

Ed

Hi again, I've bought 2 21" and one 14" beds.....3 questions. 1) Three of the end posts for the 21" are not square (about 6 mm wider on two sides. I don't think this will be a problem over the 6' length ..... am I right?2) I see the pie...

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 6

Karen

The Polytunnel kit without mesh is €49.95 and a roll of mesh is €30, totalling €79.95. But this complete kit which includes mesh is €89.95. What is the difference that makes it more expensive??

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Mesh Net Cover

Question 7

Kevin

Could you use these hinges on the 3ft side of a 6ft x 3ft mini polytunnel kit, giving you access from either of the 6ft sides of the raised bed.

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

John Emberton

Hi, how much will 3 raised beds 6’x3’x21’’ cost please?Many thanks.

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 9

Lynnette Chapman

What liner would you recommend for the 21 inch high, 12 foot by 2 foot raised bed? Many thanks in asvance

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 10

Tesh

Is it possible to have custom sizes and can I grow vegetables in them?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 11

Ahmed

Where can I get hinges for this mini Polytunnel, or is it included?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 12

Dearbhla

Does this also come with the wood for the raised bed?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 13

Ahmed

Will this fit my raised 4ft by 4ft bed? Link is below: https://www.quickcrop.co.uk/product/-classic--7in-high-square-flatpack-kitThanks in advance!

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 14

Ahmed

Which equipment will I need to make this a 4ft by 4ft Polytunnel. Thanks in advance!

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 15

Ed

Hi, If I buy the premier raised bed it will go on an area of 15cm deep large (25mm) gravel - would this be OK? Also - would a liner to the inside, vertical sections extend the life of the ed?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 16

Stephen B

Are these boards pressure treated? If not, what type of treatment should I apply and how often? Given that treating the soil-side of the board won't really be feasible, what life expectancy can I hope for?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Bed Parts > 180cm x 22.5cm x 33.5mm Board

Question 17

Ian

How many seedlings should I get to fill this?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 18

Linda Graham

Hello. does your metal planter have a bottom? If so, does it have drainage holes? I want to use it to grow plants and bulbs to disguise a horrid concrete area near my front door, so can it be used on concrete? Thanks

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 19

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.

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 20

Emma

If I am putting this on turf would I have to lift the turf first? Or could I put black weed control fabric down then put this on top? I wouldn’t want weeds coming up but wondered what to do.

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 21

Steven

Are all your wooden raised beds and sleepers FSC?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

Sue

Hi, can these raised bed kits be painted? Thanks

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 23

Emma

Do you need to hammer this into the ground? Or do you just put together and sit it on the ground?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 24

Frederike

What soil would you recommend?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 25

rachel

Do the raised beds need to be lined with plastic/pond liner

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 26

tracygaughan

Hi, I'm interested in getting your 1.8m veg trug with the main purpose of growing courgettes in it. Two questions please - would I fit 3 courgette plants in there do you think and also if I bought the cold frame cover would that leave enough room for the...

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Cold Frame 1.8 m

Question 27

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.

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 28

Wayne

Do you have this in 8x4 or 8x6 or 7x5

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 29

janie preece

do your raised beds come already erected? I am a pensioner and not sure I could do a DIY job!

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Lesley J Kirkham

I have assembled my planter and put in the Coir and it looks fab. Can I plant runner beans in this ?Also, do I need to add any worms to help keep the Coir aerated ?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 31

Annalee Thomas

hIHow many of your compost bags would I need to fill an 8 ft by 2 ft bed?Thanks

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 32

Bernie Rowan

For an 8x4 x 14 inch bed, how many one ton bags of soil/compost would one need please?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 33

Jim Bagley

Do you sell the old style hoop support and corner brackets separately that mount on the top of the timber as per the tunnel kits?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Hoop bed Hoop Support Bracket

Question 34

Sarah Jane

Can order these with 45cm or 60cm depth?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Flower Beds > 53cm Tall Raised Flower Bed Kits

Question 35

Susan Russell

Hi, what size netting did you use for your 6x4 frame please?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 36

Al

What’s the height of the 6x3 polytunnel when assembled?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 37

Raymond

Just received 6x4 version. There are 10 small brackets with each having 2 xxxx holes which are not in the component list and also ten plastic washers (says steel on the web). How do these interrelate if indeed they do. Also 19 screws are included which a...

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Mesh Net Cover

Question 38

Susie

Would it be suitable to grow strawberries

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 39

Bernie Rowan

How is it pressure treated exactly including what chemicals please. What type of wood is it?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Bed Parts > 240cm x 17.5cm x 33.5mm Board

Question 40

Leslie sweeney

Hi Quickcrop.Is the wood sourced from a sustainable source? Is it ethically sourced wood?Kind regardsLeslie

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 41

Helen

I am thinking of putting a raised bed directly onto grass. Do I need a liner to the sides in the premier raised bed or can I fill with compost as it is?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 42

Lucy Hyde-Thomson

What depth of soil is there at the sides and in the middle?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 43

Frank

Can these be cut with a regular saw?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > 1.8m New Pressure Treated Sleepers

Question 44

Alan

Hi, I am looking at the 8'x4' beds, do the 8' lengths come in one piece?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 45

Birgitte

Are these FSC wood?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 46

Dearbhla

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

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 47

Angie

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

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 48

Donal Burke

I have a raised timber framed bed outside measurements are 1.19m x 800mm. Would you have a polycover and frame to suit or could you recommend some thing something else ?Thank you

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

Vegtrug Cold Frame 1m

Question 49

Georgina

Hi, I have just discovered that to avoid chemicals leaching into the soil from pressure treated woods it is advised to use a liner. Is this the correct kind of liner to use in this case? thanks so much

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 50

Natalie

It says the wood is treated but I thought you were supposed to use untreated wood for raised beds?

Answer posted 6 years ago 1 answer

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

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