Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

William

How do they drain

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 2

Margaret

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 3

Anne Marie

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 4

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 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 5

James Turnbull

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 6

Neil Wardle

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Eithne mulhern

Are they easy to assemble

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 8

jill ensell

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 9

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.

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 10

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 .

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Deluxe Beds > Deluxe 22.5cm Raised Bed Kits

Question 11

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?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 12

Sarah

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 13

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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Question 14

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 15

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 16

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 17

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Corner Raised Bed

Question 18

Ian

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 19

Pat Baldwin

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Hoop bed corner bracket

Question 20

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 21

Miles

You don't specify how much polythene is needed for the kit at various sizes. couldd you let me knoww how muchh for the 3x4 as well as the 4x4?

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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

Question 22

John Gilroy

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 23

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 24

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?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 25

Michael Lawrence

No Title

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

Raised beds > Liners & Covers > Quickcrop Hoop Bed with Tubing

Question 26

Mrs. L.Lyonsl

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 27

Patriciashort ms

Do you have similar but with a base

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Jack Walton

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 29

Rosie

Are the dimensions internal or external? Thank you

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 30

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 ?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 31

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 32

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 33

Bob

Hi can you supply the fixing kit separately ?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 34

Michael Pink

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 35

Andy Levitt

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 36

leslie

Hi can i buy the kit with out wood

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 37

Tim Kitchen

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Bed Parts > 53cm Fixing Bracket

Question 38

kieron mc keogh

Do you have a video of how to make the polytunnel ? (not a mesh tunnel)

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 39

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 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 40

Richard Smyth

What size does it come in

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Tunnel Enviromesh

Question 41

Catherine

How big is this mesh? Will it fit a 6f x 4t frame?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Mini Tunnel Enviromesh

Question 42

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

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

Question 43

graham

Do the 6' long boxes come with a centre span to prevent the timber spreading?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 44

Patel

Is it treated wood and sustainable against rotten issue?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Raised Bed Parts > 90cm x 22.5cm x 20mm Board

Question 45

Terry Woollard

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 46

Tina

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 47

Garry McMahon

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

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 48

Kevin O Donovan

Why dontbyoubputbthe vdimensions of the enviromesh on this page?

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

Mini Tunnel Enviromesh

Question 49

Fiona McHallem

No Title

Asked 8 years ago 0 answers

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

Question 50

Fiona McHallem

Hi What is the timber treated with? How environmentally safe is it and how safe is it fir food growing?

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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

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