Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Eileen Sutton

How much top soil required to fill 4ft x 4ft x 21in planter

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

Joanne Bream

I intend to buy the coir compost for my vegtrug should I buy 4 packs or is it best/ ok to mix with regular compost?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

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?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 4

N Keegan

How many litres of soul is needed to fill this please? I'm interested in the bigger one

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 5

alex

bought some brackets and a box of screws, on contemplating the assembly it struck me, you recommend 30mm screws, but the boards are only 20mm thick.am I being daft?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 6

Jane Ferguson

How much compost mix would a bed this size take?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Margaret

we are novices using reconditioned heat treated pallet collars .6 x .8 for raised beds. We don't really want to line - is this safe? How do we get liner to fit only the sides of our 'boxes' of varying depths? Would appreciate any advice.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 8

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...

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 9

Mary

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

Sylvester Neylon

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 11

Trung

Hi There, Do you have these post in 26in?Kind Regards,Trung

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

Carl Murphy

Do you need to line the inside of the raised beds with plastic material?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

Oonagh

Hi Andrew. The raised beds I am building is 245cm long, 57cm wide, 55cm high. What would the lining cost for this? Do you cut the lining a little bigger? How much soil do I need? How much would that cost? Do you have a delivery charge? Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

jo

How much compost please, would it take to fill one of youra) 4' x 4' bed?b) 6' x 4' bed?c) are your prices for an easily-installed, on top of grass bed?totally ready to grow in, once compost filled in

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 15

Oonagh Meighan

I am building a raised vegetable bed from old wardrobe doors. It will be 7.5ft x 3.5ft.would you have a liner to fit that?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 16

Margaret

What size polythene should I order to cover this polytunnel? Thanks,

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

William

How do they drain

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Question 18

Anne Marie

Can you just fill it with compost from B&Q or do you need top soil in it?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 19

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...

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 20

James Turnbull

Do you do this in a 8 X 4 foot version?If so how much would it be?Thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

Neil Wardle

what's the difference between your premier range and your deluxe range?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

Eithne mulhern

Are they easy to assemble

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

jill ensell

Do they need "spikes" to fix them in the ground?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

Mrs Jan Fox

How do you treat the wood; is it safe for growing veg ?I've heard that one should use untreated wood to avoid chemical contamination.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Jean anderson

Hi I am interested in the deluxe raised veg bed kits would you recommend to put a liner in base before adding soil or add soil straight on to ground .

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

Julie Lomas

I am starting my first vegetable gardening. I am interested in a 2x Deluxe 21" 6x4 beds. How much soil will it take to fill to maximum depth? 1 tonne for the two beds? I would like to mix with your compost - would I need a bag for each bed?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

Cathy Jordan

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Sarah

How deep is the growing area on this planter? Thank you.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

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.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Sarah

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

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 31

Sally

Hi I am planning to put my bed on grass, so should i put a membrance down. I am planning to have a 21 inch bed.Thanks Sally

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 32

Peter Quirk

Please can you advise the overall footprint size of this the 2 tier L shaped I am looking for a bed 1.8x1.8m

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 33

Ian

if I got a 6x4 raised bed, how many litres of soil would I need to fill it.

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 34

Pat Baldwin

What size screws are needed for the corner bracket, as none came with my order?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Hoop bed corner bracket

Question 35

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!

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 36

John Gilroy

What is the max diameter hoop that the bracket will accommodate?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 37

Aurelie Sexon

Hi,Is the wood treated with something approved by soil association? Otherwise what is the best liner material not to have the food contaminated with chemicals please?Also how much can we expect to plant in this planter please?Many thanks

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 38

Denise

Hi, I'm interested in the 6ftx3ft premier raised bed. 21inch high. I note you say that it's ok to grow veg in this on a concrete base. Would this also be deep enough for potatoes? Or would I need to remove the flags beneath?

Answer posted 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 39

Mrs. L.Lyonsl

Is there a liner for this product also please let me know the cost?

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

Patriciashort ms

Do you have similar but with a base

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Jack Walton

What size of Enviromesh would be needed to cover a 6' x 4' ?

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 42

Rosie

Are the dimensions internal or external? Thank you

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 43

Mrs Carol Drury

On your response to my question on how to fit the liner to my 21" raised bed, you say it should not be in two pieces but the liner I have received from you is in two pieces. Am I to understand that it should not be ?

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 44

Mrs Carol Drury

I have a 21 inch raised bed and have just received the linerIt appears to be in two pieces could you pleased give me some guidance on how to fit the liner

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 45

Natalie

Hi, do these raised beds need any type of liner? If I get a 21" high bed and have it on a concrete base, will it hold enough soil to grow vegetables? Many thanks

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 46

Bob

Hi can you supply the fixing kit separately ?

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Michael Pink

Are you able to supply larger sizes, I'm looking for a 4ft x 8ft raised bed?Many thanks

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Andy Levitt

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

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 49

leslie

Hi can i buy the kit with out wood

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

Tim Kitchen

Hi, What size screws will I need to use these with 1.25" thick boards and 3" posts? Thanks

Answer posted 9 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Bed Parts > 53cm Fixing Bracket

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