Gardener's Supply Company
Gardener's Supply Company Elevated Cedar Raised Garden Bed 2' x 8'
Highlights
- PRODUCT DETAILS: Made from beautiful naturally weather-resistant cedar lumber with heavy-duty rustproof aluminum legs and corners that can hold approximately 13 cubic feet (340 dry quarts) of container mix. At 29" high, this attractive planter eliminates the need to stoop, bend, kneel, and reach, suitable for your deck, patio, or backyard
- BEST USE FOR: Raised bed planters to grow your own organic vegetables, fruits and flowers. Our planter raised bed has an overall size of 96" L x 24" W x 29" H, 10 inches deep and 16 square feet of growing space to accommodate and grow your favorite plants, herbs and vegetables organically, suitable for your greenhouse and garden
- HIGH QUALITY: MADE IN THE USA. Our heavy duty patio planter bed is innovatively designed to cater to your gardening needs and solve problems for people with backache or knee pain to easily manage the plants without bending down low with its ergonomic height design. Built with high-quality cedar wood paired with heavy-duty rust-proof metal stand and corner to ensure stability and durability
- EASY TO USE: Our planter raised bed is easy to maintain and can be assembled in few minutes. Simply attach the wood to the metal stand and secure it with the screws included - Includes an instructional planting guide
- OUTDOOR GARDEN TESTED: Designed and tested in real outdoor garden environments to ensure reliable performance throughout your growing season
- DRAINAGE AND VENTILATION: Slatted cedar box base allows excess water to drain through slats while vents in the sides allow air to circulate and excess moisture to evaporate, promoting healthy root growth and preventing waterlogging
Why You'll Love It
- Stands 29 inches tall to reduce back and knee strain while tending plants
- Offers 16 square feet of planting room holding 13 cubic feet of soil
- Naturally weather-resistant cedar combined with rustproof aluminum corner posts for stability
- Slatted base and side vents promote air circulation and prevent waterlogged soil
- Includes required screws and an instructional planting guide for quick assembly
Pros
- +Comfortable 29-inch working height
- +Durable cedar and aluminum build
- +Generous 16 square foot planting space
- +Built-in drainage and ventilation
- +Made in the USA
Cons
- -Requires full assembly before use
- -Requires 13 cubic feet of soil to fill
- -Eight-foot length requires a large footprint
Detailed Review
The Gardener's Supply Company Elevated Cedar Raised Garden Bed provides a standalone, waist-height gardening solution for growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers. By lifting the planting area 29 inches off the ground, this bed eliminates the need to kneel, bend, or stoop, making it an ideal choice for gardeners dealing with knee or back pain who want to cultivate plants on a deck, patio, greenhouse, or backyard.
Constructed with naturally weather-resistant cedar lumber and heavy-duty rustproof aluminum legs and corners, the structure is designed to hold approximately 13 cubic feet (340 dry quarts) of container mix. The 10-inch soil depth spread across a 96-inch by 24-inch footprint provides 16 square feet of dedicated growing space, giving roots sufficient room to establish.
Plant health is supported by intentional airflow and drainage features built into the frame. The slatted cedar bottom allows excess water to drain out naturally, while integrated side vents let air circulate and moisture evaporate to prevent waterlogging and encourage healthy root systems.
Because of its 8-foot length, this planter requires a long, flat area for setup and cannot be squeezed into very narrow nooks. Putting it together requires attaching the wood boards to the metal frame using the included screws, and filling the bed requires a significant volume of potting mix.
Verdict: This elevated raised bed is a sturdy, well-ventilated option for anyone wanting to grow a productive garden without the physical strain of ground-level gardening. It is especially suited for homeowners with adequate patio or deck space who want a durable, US-made cedar planter.
Specifications
- Overall Dimensions: 96 in L x 24 in W x 29 in H
- Planting Depth: 10 inches
- Growing Area: 16 square feet
- Soil Capacity: Approximately 13 cubic feet (340 dry quarts)
- Materials: Cedar lumber and rustproof aluminum
- Country of Origin: Made in the USA
Who Should Buy It
A great fit if you:
- Experience backache or knee pain and want to garden without stooping or kneeling.
- Want to grow vegetables, herbs, or flowers on a patio, deck, greenhouse, or yard.
- Need a large, 16-square-foot planting area with built-in drainage and ventilation.
- Prefer garden structures made in the USA from cedar and rustproof aluminum.
Consider something else if you:
- Have tight outdoor areas that cannot accommodate an 8-foot-long frame.
- Want a fully pre-assembled planter that requires zero screw installation.
FAQ
What are the overall dimensions and planting space?
The assembled bed measures 96 inches long, 24 inches wide, and 29 inches high with a planting depth of 10 inches, providing 16 square feet of growing space.
How much soil is needed to fill this planter?
The bed holds approximately 13 cubic feet or 340 dry quarts of container mix.
How does the bed handle water drainage?
It features a slatted cedar base that allows excess water to drain freely, along with side vents that encourage air circulation and evaporation.
What comes included for assembly?
The package includes the cedar lumber, rustproof aluminum stand and corners, the necessary screws, and an instructional planting guide.
Product Details
| Brand | Gardener's Supply Company |
| ASIN | B00EOW8FHU |
