Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

Tony Lomas

Thanks Niall, would you consider 14mm gravel chips too small?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 2

Tony Lomas

Hi Niall, I'm going to create a garden area with raised beds that I have already bought from you. I will be using a 2m x 100m roll of weed matting from you, is it worth me buying the liners for the 2 off 6ft x 4ft beds or just use leftovers from the roll?...

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 3

Derval

What vegetables would you suggest for a beginner? Our kids would like us to try carrots and then we’re open to suggestions. Is it too late in the season to get started now? Many thanks Derval

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 4

Aneta

Hi. Will you have it back in stock soon? Thank you for answer

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Question 5

Sean Brady

Hi, just wondering what is the best soil to use In Vegtrug ? How much does a1.8m one need. Can you buy by the bag or need to mix ?Thank you very much.

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 6

Rosanna Sinagoga

Hi would this be any good for purple sprouting is it high enough also can the mesh cover be changed for summer for things like beans

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Mesh Net Cover

Question 7

Jackie Higgs

We have taken delivery of our 12’ x 3’ planter. Could you please provide assembly instructions as there were none provided or tell me where I can down load them. Do the planter beds require a liner ThanksJackie

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Question 8

Wendy B

Can these be delivered ready assembled please neither myself or my husband are good at DIY?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 9

jimena

Hi, I'm planning to assemble the raise bed on concrete, do I need a liner? thanks

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Question 10

Bina

Does the vegetable bed had a base?

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Question 11

Vicki Hearn

Hi does this kit come with a base

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Question 12

Ruth

Hello, my raised bed is going on top of soil in which green alkanet is rampant however much I try to dig it out. You say weeds will struggle through nine inches of soil/compost in the raised bed but do you think that includes such persistent, invasive one...

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Question 13

Patrick Mc Intyre

Hi i have your raised beds but I am wondering if this product is just a liner for the sides and not the bottom.only around the sides inside?Is it needed to have a liner on the bottom i have 21" beds?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

Dr Patricia Hind

I have received my 3 x premier 21in tall raised beds (order no. 33962) thankyou. unfortunately no screws came with it. can you let me know when to expect them? also can you is 1sq m of soil about right for this size of bed?

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Question 15

Terry Hopp

Is the mesh included in this kit enviromesh? Is either the basic or enviromesh capable of withstanding strong winds and storms or would a poly cover be better?

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Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Mesh Net Cover

Question 16

Fiona Walsh

Hello i have a raised bed that is about 18 inches high, and is about 3 inches short (in depth and width) of 3x6 foot. I want to have poly cover. I dont think hindhes will work at this height off the ground, but i would like your steer here. Also how would...

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

Complete Mini Polytunnel Kit With Poly Cover

Question 17

Jackie Browne

Would this be good for keeping cats off? I'm having a problem with cats using my raised beds as their personal toilets.

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Question 18

Maeve Ra e

What material is used for the cover

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Vegtrug Wallhugger Tall Frame and Multi Cover

Question 19

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

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 20

Tony Bradford

Hi can you tell me how much compost I will need for a 12' x 4' x 7 inch raised bed.Thanks

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

Phoebe

Is the 1.8 metre liner suitable for a large veg trug

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

Joanne

Hi Can I check if the timber posts and panels are pre-drilled for the screws please? Also, are you able to deliver during the current Covid 19 crisis?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

Geraldine Hennessy

Hi,I have two 6 x 4 raised beds,bought from you...i also have the brackets for the tubing ,can i buy the tubing separately, if so how much do i need to cover and what would the cost be?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

Richard

Hi, with the 8' x 4' raised bed will the 8' length bow when filled with soil, should it have some sort of bracing?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Lee

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

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

John Byrne

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

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

tony Serpa

how much is $189 euro dollars in American dollars?thankstony.

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 28

Fiona Hibberd

Do I need to put a liner in these raised beds? If so, do you sell liners?Thanks

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 29

Margaret Murray

Hi I was just wondering can you fix these to the allotment raised beds you sell or is it just the premier ones . Thanks

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 30

Fiona

Hi our 4ft x 4ft raised bed has been delivered but with no fixings or instructions. We’ve seen the video, what fixings do you recommend?

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Question 31

mike

Could I use this kit to make a trapezoid shape instead of a rectangle?

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Question 32

Clare Taylor

I have a premier 14inch 6’x3’ bed kit on order. I now realise that I need to protect the bed from pigeons and rabbits - what would you recommend?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 33

marion Cody

just wondering when you wil have one of these back in stock - id love to buy one

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 34

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...

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 35

Damien

Hi I mistakenly order just the fixing kit, can I order the tubing seperatly? Thanks Damien

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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

Question 36

Marlon

hi, I sent a follow-up question last Friday which hasn't been responded to as of yet. Please can you respond to my last messageThanks

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 37

Mr John H Witchell

Could you please tell me what the delivery wait is like at the moment? Are screws included? Thanks John

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Question 38

Ann Kearney

Given your answer and 6ft x 2ft is not in the drop down box, I presume you don't do it in 14 inch high. Thank you

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Question 39

Ann Kearney

You have still not answered my question. Please reread itand let me know if you do a 6ft x 2ft. Ththank you

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Question 40

Ann Kearney

Thank you Niall but 6ft x2 ft is not listed in the sizes available on the drop down tab so I didn't know if you did it in the 14 inch height

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Michele Ritchie

What can you sit a raised bed on?

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Question 42

SARAH RIGBY

Do you know when the 1m vegtrug will be available? ThxSarah

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 43

Tina Ward

Can this raised bed be used for root vegetables like carrots and potatoes?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 44

Gerry

What type of wood are the raised beds made from. I can see that they are treated but would you have to line the beds before adding compost/ top soil?

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 45

Ann Kearney

Is it possible to order a 6ft x 2ft and if so what would be the price please?Thank youAnn

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 46

Adele MacCullagh

Just wondering do you have a cover for the herb planter as I was thinking of growing chillies and peppers in it but they need to be covered.

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Marlon

Hi what is the dimensions of this please. Tying to work out how much Is needed to line a 8x4. Thanks

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Catherine

I note that you don’t have the galvanised bracket screwed on at present. If I was to do it myself what tools do I need? I only have screwdrivers. I don’t have a drill. Also have you marked the post so I know exactly where the bracket screws sh...

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

Niall

Do your beds come with ground stakes? I see them been used alot online especially in how to build vids online

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

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.

Answer posted 5 years ago 1 answer

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