Raised beds Q&A

Question 1

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 ?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 2

Frederike

What soil would you recommend?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 3

Ian

How many seedlings should I get to fill this?

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 4

Andy

Do you need to let the soil settle for a few days before planting?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 5

Ann Wilkinson

Are these guaranteed for any length of time?? if not how long are they expected to last. and do you have to treat them before putting soil in them?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 6

graham

Hello - are your 8ft beds supplied as a single bed or 2x4ft? TIA

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 7

Billy

Would you plant more densely (closer together ) in the veg trug?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 8

Wendy B

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

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 9

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 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 10

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.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 11

Martina

Hello, we are about to buy one of your premier 21in beds. Should we line it with plastic to preserve the wood better? We already have a huge bed in the back of the garden made with sleepers and it was lined with plastic. Thanks

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 12

Charles Draper

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

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 13

Roger Mant

Good Morning.Am considering 2 of your 21" 4x4 Premier Bed Kits to replace a worn out 9'x4'x 15" one made of decking.The 21" will make working on them easier now.Are the suport posts slightly longer than 21" to help secure in place o...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 14

Michele

will the mesh covers be out of stock for long?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 15

Paul foster

Is the Vegtrug best sited in full sun or partial shade, my garden is full sun one side partial shade the other.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 16

David Farmer

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

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 17

Mary

Could I use these for soft fruit?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 18

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

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 19

Nicola Stapleton

Hi, when will you have the frames and cover back on for the 1.8 m vegtrug? Also, which cover would be best for winter? Many thanks

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 20

Lorraine

How much soil would I require for each 6x3 21inch raised bed? And is it possible to pick delivery days for both the raised beds and soil?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 21

Tommy O'Hanlon

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

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 22

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...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 23

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 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 24

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 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 25

Barry Roberts

Hi i'm interested in your 6x3ft kit, i will be putting this onto concrete slabs, and you mentioned to someone that you don't need a liner? as these boards are treated. I would like to know what the treatment is and is it safe, also can these boards be pai...

Asked 6 years ago 1 answer

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Question 26

Alice

What tools do I need for assembly? Are there any spikes like I have seen on other products if being assembled on dirt/grass (do I need spikes anyway or how do they fit?)?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 27

Keith

HiI bought one of these beds last year but haven't assembled it yet as I'm still trying to get my garden in order. They have been sitting in the shed.My question is, do I need to treat it before using it seeing as it has been lying up all this time?...

Asked 8 years ago 1 answer

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Question 28

Tracy Byrne

Hi there, can the grey wash model be painted/stained and if so, what product would you recommend?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

1.8m Vegtrug Vegetable Trough Planter

Question 29

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 9 years ago 1 answer

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Question 30

Jim Edwards

am I right, these beds do not have a timber base but are open to the soil?How re timbers held together? Screws,posts or brackets?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

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Question 31

Bob Taylor

How much is garden soil in bags of 60litres to fill 2 x 4'x4' and 1x3'x3'. I have asked a question on this subject before.

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

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Question 32

rachel

Hi can you clarify the offer price above of Â£166.00, it says 3 x raised beds at the top but then says 4 x raised beds in description below. Is the price for 3 or 4?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

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Question 33

Abi

HelloHow many litres of soil does these hold?Thanks

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

35cm Allotment Raised Bed Special Offer

Question 34

Sandra Davis

Do you pre-drill holes or do you just lash the screws straight in?

Asked 7 years ago 1 answer

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Question 35

Dorothy Kippen

Can the bench be fitted either side of the planter?

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

Raised beds > Premier Beds > 2 Tier Raised Vegetable Bed with Attached Garden Bench

Question 36

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?

Asked 9 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 37

Ruth

What tools do I need to build the trug

Asked 10 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 38

Helen Hooper

Hi there, might you be able to let me know how many litres of soil required for each of the Vegtrugs please? Full size 1m and 1.8m, and wall hugger 1m and 1.8m?Many thanks

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 39

Lindsay Langley

Can additional 6’x9” or 6’x7” boards be purchased individually together with raised bed kits?

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 40

Robert English

Our garden path is on a slight gradient which was put in by initial gardeners to run up to shed door without a step. I would want to position the raised bed to run beside the path to the shed door, can you advise any problems by placing the raised bed (4&...

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 41

Alan Hannah

If I order the 1 ton soil container how do you get it from the front of the house to the rear garden. There is a side path from the driveway

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 42

SARAH RIGBY

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

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 43

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

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 44

David Tinsley

I’m looking for this only larger 1.8 m. .??

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 45

Imelda

Hi Just wondering if you have the grey wash in stock of the 1 metre Vegtrug trough.? Also do you sell/ deliver compost to fill it.Thanks a lot.Love the look of it for my small garden.

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

1 Metre Vegtrug Trough Planter

Question 46

David Homfray

How are the timbers treated.? if I wanted to reduce the length slightly, what wood treatment should I use

Asked 4 years ago 1 answer

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Question 47

Alison Loring

What depth should i get for root veg .pls

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 48

Elizabeth

I was hoping to purchase two 3x12 9in high bed for soft fruit. Just have 2 queries - this isn't too narrow for full grown plants is it? Also - how many raspberry / blackberry plants would in fit in each?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 49

John Robertson

I have just received my order for 2off Premier 6 x 4ft 9in High Raised Garden Beds, unfortunately I am missing 4x wooden corner posts ( 2 from each bed kit) and a pack of screws, so cant assemble them yet. Can you tell me when I will receive the missing i...

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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Question 50

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?

Asked 5 years ago 1 answer

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