Raised circular metal garden bed available in cream or slate grey two sizes 90cm and 120cm diameter 40cm high (Diameter 90cm x Height 40cm, Cream)

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Make your planter multi-use by integrating a storage section into the bottom of it. This storage area could be used to store watering cans, a hose, or anything else that makes gardening easier. Every gardener will have to deal with pests at some point, but if you’ve reached the end of your tether when it comes to unwanted visitors, you may want to think about enclosing your garden beds. Go for tall mesh walls to keep pets, deer and foxes out of your flower beds. If you don’t have time to water by hand, it’s a good idea to set up an automatic irrigation system. Drip irrigation systems can be expensive, but for gardeners with a lot of watering to do, they are usually worth it.

Here’s the top 3 mistakes we see gardeners making when it comes to raised beds. Making Beds too Wide It takes just 20 minutes to set up, and the base is open so it can be used to plant deep rooted plants, as well as shallow rooted herbs and vegetables. Take care when assembling this bed, as the edges are very sharp. Timber is the most popular material for constructing raised beds and is very versatile.Pressure-treated softwood sleepers are anattractive andeconomical alternative to hardwoods like oak, andwill last for many years. Flowers bed around mailbox. Adding a flower bed around your mailbox is a simple and charming way to enhance your curb appeal. Pallets do not necessarily require a signature. We can arrange for deliveries to be left at a secure location at your property if you are not in at the time of delivery.If your garden bed is going to be placed on your lawn, the depth isn’t quite so important. The plants will be able to root down into the ground beneath if they need more space. Choosing The Best Design For Your Garden

If you're finding the soil is often dry, or your plants are showing signs of stress, add a layer of mulch to the surface of the beds to help conserve moisture. Will fungi grow on my raised bed? The first step is to decide how big your raised bed needs to be. You need to make sure you can access the entire bed from the side, including the very centre.There’s a lot less bending required when tending to your plants. Kneeling and squatting over your plants is physically hard work and can rapidly lead to aches and pains, which makes gardening less enjoyable. Most vegetables prefer moist soil, neither too dry nor too wet. Raised beds tend to need watering more often than beds in the ground, as the drainage is a lot better and the plants grow faster. Common Mistakes Even if you haven’t been gardening long enough to experience those aches and pains, watering and tending to your plants will be far easier. Choosing a Raised Bed This does depend on what you are planting, but it’s recommended that your soil is at least 12” deep.

Size - long runs of beds can be inconvenient to manage, so opt for multiple smaller beds. Widths of less than 1.5m (5ft) should allow you to easily reach the centre without having to stand on the soil Finally, raised beds make gardening more comfortable . Taller raised beds are easier for those with limited mobility or wheelchair users to tend to.

With a 120 L capacity, you’ll be able to grow a variety of herbs, fruits and vegetables, but it shouldn’t cost a huge amount to fill this raised bed with good quality soil. Round raised beds built with tepee trellises. If you want to create a unique garden bed, consider building round raised beds with tepee trellises. This type of garden bed not only provides a visually interesting focal point, but also offers support for climbing plants such as beans or peas. Aspect and orientation - most fruit, vegetables and cut flowers need full sun, so position beds in the south- or west-facing parts of your garden, away from the shade of overhanging trees. Run long beds north to south for even sunlight levels It measures 121 x 61 x 30 cm. It doesn’t take up too much space, and is instead a good ‘medium’ size bed, suitable for most gardens. You’ll still be able to easily access the centre of the bed.

If you’re wanting to grow less hardy plants or those that prefer warmer temperatures, a garden greenhouse is one of the best investments you can make. Walk-in greenhouses are great if you’ve got a lot of space, but mini greenhouses with just a couple of shelves will extend your growing season without taking over your garden. Raised beds offer a number of advantages over traditional in-ground beds. They are much more space efficient, and allow you to introduce the best soil to your garden. Raised beds can vary in design, size and material, so it really depends on what works for your garden.Made from 100% recycled materials, this raised bed is ideal for those looking to shop sustainably. It’s very durable, requiring no maintenance once installed, and it can be left out in all weathers. Raised garden beds provide a huge number of advantages, but there’s a few things to consider before you make a decision. The system gave me immediate confirmation of my requirement, cost and delivery date. Goods were received on the due date, at the quoted cost complete with a printed manual for my specific design - printed on such high quality paper I thought it was another pamphlet from David Cameron ! If you’re on a budget, plastic beds are worth considering. These can be very stylish, often with the look of rattan. Plastic is also weather-resistant, requires zero maintenance and lasts a fairly long time.