Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Phil

21 inch 4x4 premier raised bed.Can you tell me the top soil and compost to fill it I'm going to use it mostly for Slad leaf and other vegetables.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

eli

this seems to be three times the size of the 20 euro one, so why is it more than three times the price. you could just buy three of the small 7 inch ones and put them one on top of the other.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

Rosalynn Lewis

Silly question, perhaps! We are a family of 3. We enjoy growing basic veg. We are looking to buy raised beds, yours look great! Our garden designer has 8 raised beds down on plan! I think too much for us to manage. I want a deep one for potatoes, carrots,...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 4

Chris N

Could you supply posts and screws to go one plank higher on the 21inch 6x4 ?If so, how would that affect the price please?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 5

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.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 6

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?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Tommy O'Hanlon

14 or 21in for growing spuds? will be going on a hard surface thanks Tommy

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

Vivienne Barnes

Please could you give me a price for 2 -8x4 21 inch high premier raised bedsIncluding the right amount of your ready prepared soil mix to fill both.

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 9

Vivienne Barnes

Hello again please could you clarify how much of your soil mix I would need to order to fill2 21deep 8x4 premier raised beds

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

Vivienne Barnes

Hello Again, Sorry for any confusion I’ve decided to order 2 of your 6x4 21inch high premier raised beds.I would like to order enough of your ready mix soil bags too but seem to have acquired two answers as to how many I would need. One answer sa...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 11

Peter Wilson

Is there any reason why a 21inch high unit could not be used as 3 x 7inch units 7inch

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

James M

Hi I'm interested in the 6ft by 4ft premier raised bed kits but I just want to find out if I can purchase a finishing top for this product?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

Jean

HelloI would like to purchase a raised garden bed but want to put it on my decking area. What would I need to line the bed with and is this workable?Many thanks for any advice.

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

Lee

Hi I’m looking to buy a raised bed for vegetable growing but only have concrete to put it on - is this possible?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 15

Mary

Could I use these for soft fruit?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

David Farmer

Can you supply a 21 inch tall kit 6ft x 2ft

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

rob

Hi, is the 21inch bed high enough to be rabbit proof? We have a lot of rabbits here! Many thanks.

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 18

Jim Hill

Hi. Can you confirm whether Premier 21in is available in size 8ft x 4ft. Appears on drop-down but isn't mentioned as size option elsewhere or on video.Thanks

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

ken murray

Hi there... We're planning to go for the 12 x 4 raised bed but not sure what the main difference between your premier and deluxe beds are ?..Thx..ken

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 20

Michael O Malley

HelloHow much vegetable/compost soil would I need for Premier raised beds of the following sizes6 x 612 x 312 x 4Many thanks Best Irish website for garden supplies btw !Michael

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

Charles Draper

Can I split a 12' X 2' raised bed into two 6' X 2' beds?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

Charles Draper

Can you please tell me the difference between the Premier beds and the Flower beds and why the Flower beds are cheaper?Is there a reason why not to use the Flower beds for vegetables?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

Mike King

Niall, i bought a couple of raised beds from you a few years back. I am now moving them to another area of the garden. While they are empty I want to treat them with something to help them preserve & last longer. What do you recommend ? Someone sugg...

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

AH

Could the 21in high beds be used as the exterior for a raised pond of lines with pond liner?

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Michael Pink

Are the corner posts 14 inches long or longer so that they can be driven into the ground? If 14 inches are you able to supply longer posts with the 14 inch raised bed?Many thanks

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

Lorraine Marten

Hi This may seem very lazy but are the holes pre drilled in your kits, I do not own a drill, lots of screwdrivers but no drills.

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

graham

Hi, Do these come with, or do you recommend a liner of some sort to protect the wood?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Sarah P

I need to be very precise on dimensions because we are fitting panels above the raised bed to create a safe enclosure for a spoilt tortoise. Once erected are the 6x6 kits precisely 6ft x 6ft, or is that the length of the planks so that the true erected di...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

Emma

Would you be able to tell me how much soil I will need to fill one of the 6ft x 3ftx 14 inch beds?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

David

Hello can this be used on a large outdoor roof terrace

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 31

Denis Mahony

Raised Vegetable Bed Kits - Premier 14inch Timber Flatpack.Would you do this in 8 feet by 4 feet, with one midway support member ? And deliver to Cork ? Price please ? Thanks

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 32

Holly B

Where is the wood for the beds sourced from? Is it sustainable timber?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 33

Peter Jopling

Hi I don’t seemed to have been supplied any screws..! Can you tell me what size I need..?Thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 34

christopher mahon

Hi there,A few questions1) In your experience, does adding a liner make much difference to how long the wood lasts?2) Also does adding a liner encourage slugs to overwinter between the liner and the wood?3) Do you supply or recommend any wood for addi...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 35

Gill

Hi can you tell me how much soil I need for a premier 6’ x 4’ 14” deep pleaseMany thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 36

Deborah Birch

I like this idea but I need 6ftx2ft, not the 6ftx3ft is there chance this could be done, Please I could then grow my veggies

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 37

Alan Martin

I am seriously thinking of buying one of your Timber Raised Beds. It would be placed on top of (expensive!) Indian Sandstone paving. Would a liner only be sufficient to suit both raised Bed and paving or should I fit an additional wooden base (i.e. slats...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 38

Marion Anderson

Hi, is it necessary to ensure that the soil surface onto which I want to put the raised bed is absolutely flat. I do have a spirit level but I think that the ground is on a very slight slope.

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 39

Matt

We recently purchased one of these and are planning to place it directly into concrete. Is there anything we need to consider from a drainage perspective?Thanks

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

Hanka

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

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Mrs shenton

Do you make beds made to measure

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 42

Maurice Sweeney

Hi I’m thinking of buying some raised beds . I’m going to have to build on a large slab of concrete. Any suggestions?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 43

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 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 44

Mr Ian Boyes

Interested in purchasing this split level raised bed but faced with a sloping garden. Slope approximately 1 brick height on wall against which 6ft side would be placed. Would I need to dig in and will soil on both sides of wood cause problems.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 45

Daniel Baldwin

Is it possible to reach the back of the top tier from the front of the bottom tier, ie when standing in front of the bottom bed will I be able to reach the back of the top bed. The position I’m planning to put this bed means it won’t be access...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 46

John Byrne

Hi, Can I paint my raised bed? I will be lining the inside of it with a weed membrane. Thanks, John

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Jacqueline Vickers

Hi, I have ordered this as well as a 4ft x 4ft raised bed and some seedlings. Do you recommend that I cover it with something to protect them from wind/rain?Thank you for your help

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Kenneth Sharpe

I know you don't offer made to measure service but would you supply the components to make an 8x4 split level raised bed? Do you foresee any problems with such sizing? And how much would it cost? Thank you.

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

David Williams

Is there a lower version of this (losing the lowest plank perhaps)? Ideally, I'd also like one less deep back to front, say 18" each level, rather than 2')

Asked 3 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

Cathy Jordan

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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