Quickcrop Premier 2 Tier Raised Bed With Bench Seat

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What a big difference this has made to the garden. Now we can enjoy the sun and wildlife from our favourite spot in the garden. You can see we’ve also installed a new porcelain tile patio which make a huge difference to the look and feel of the garden patio area. Tools

If there is a lot of space, you can also add some annual herbs, like basil, parsley or coriander on the sunny side. No splinters, no splits and no rot mean this range of outdoor recycled plastic benches and seats is low maintenance, weatherproof, safe and designed to deal with the most demanding environment (like the British winter). Not sure where to start when it comes to designing a raised bed garden? We’ve put together our 50 favourite plans and ideas. Many gardens, especially in urban areas, have poor quality topsoil which will not be sufficient for growing vegetables. Fruit and vegetables are demanding plants, and need very fertile soil to grow healthy and vigorous crops. Both soil quality and depth are important. Cucumbers do very well in raised beds, but they do need a depth of around 18” to grow properly. Give them a spot in full sun and protect them from frost in the winter months. Growing them on stakes or a trellis like the image above will give you more space beneath.It’s also a good idea to consider building your planter on gravel that will help water drain easily. To do this simply spread medium sized gravel over the area you are building. Liners & Accessories". Our accessories are a collection of liners, frames, and covers for the raised bed. This includes products that easily transform your veg bed into a miniature greenhouse or polytunnel. These covers are great for pest and weather protection, and for getting a head start on the growing season. They can also be used in an existing polytunnel or greenhouse to give a double-glazed effect. A necessity for growing warm climate crops in the UK, or for extending the growing season. Allotments & Community Gardens View the full gallery below for more inspiration, and watch the video to learn how to build your own raised garden bed with benches!

Focus on where in the garden you place your seating, you don’t want to be sitting in a spot overlooked by all your neighbours so that you’re constantly on show. Plus think about how the sunlight moves around your garden, if you’re only ever in direct sunlight that could be too intense during the summer. Rian Habergham from Leisure Bench says ‘Install awnings or umbrellas to create a nice shady space, or at least have the option to place these items when it gets hot and sunny.’ When it’s colder outside, placing your seating near fire pits or electric heaters will keep you from catching a chill and allow you to enjoy your garden seating ideas even in the winter. How do I create a garden seating area? To help prevent weeds, cover the ground inside the bed with newspaper or landscaping cloth before filling with premium quality soil developed especially for raised beds, such as Miracle-Gro® Raised Bed Soil. Also, be sure to feed your veggies and herbs throughout the season with a plant food like Miracle-Gro® Shake ‘n Feed® Tomato, Fruit & Vegetable Plant Food, which is designed to give your edible plants the nutrients they need to grow strong and deliver a big harvest. The price difference is quite considerable between the sleeper (200x100mm x 2.4m) and the construction timber I used (145x45mm x 2.4m). It’s important to protect your perennials from frost in the winter, and those in raised beds are even more susceptible to damage as the soil is exposed at the side as well as the top. Place horticultural fleece or hardware cloth over your raised beds to keep them warm. As you can see it’s quite deep and will require a lot of soil to fill it. This was intentional for us as we filled it will all the soil we dug out for our ‘ in ground trampoline‘.

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This makes a peaceful seating area, especially if placed in the shade so that you can avoid the direct midday sun. The plant leaves could provide some extra shade too. Here I used F-clamps to pull the pieces together and hold them securely when screwing. A pilot hole and counter sunk piece was used before inserting any screws. This will help prevent splitting the wood. Overwintering crops can suffer from waterlogged garden soil leading to rot and poor growth. Crops like garlic need to be planted in the Autumn or early Spring but will not thrive in a damp environment. Raised beds solve this issue by raising the soil level above ground and vastly improving drainage.

While any raised planters look great, we prefer to use timber. Its natural appearance is so pleasing in the vegetable garden. Once they have been treated against rot, wooden planters require little or no maintenance and will give many years of service. If your dog hasn’t quite grasped the concept of not digging up your perfect peonies, a puppy-proof raised bed is worth considering. Depending on the size of your dog, you could install a raised bed which they are unable to reach. Taller beds have the added benefit of being easier for you to tend to and maintain. 38. Create More Planting Space with Multi-Tiered Beds Place a traditional day bed in a secluded spot in the garden for the ideal place outdoors to take an afternoon siesta. Line the iron bed frame with comfy cushions, showerproof fabrics would be ideal, to make it irresistible for spending an afternoon relaxing in the garden. Store it in a shelter during prolonged rainy spells, to prevent the frame from rusting. How do I make my outdoor seating more comfortable?

Wanna make this? Read our post on which mattress to get and how to cut it! The Flip Bench Bed Design @jakeheard It leaves an insane amount of space to fit bikes, surf boards or anything else you could ever want to travel with! Drawbridge-Style Bed I started by removing a row of patio slabs for the area that would support the planter. I wanted the planter to be wide enough to have seating and plants. The total width was about 70cm. I levelled off the area using a shovel and wheel barrow. A large spirit level allowed me to get a nice even surface. With the area clear I laid some weed protection and started to put some of the wood into place.

Ensure that the side slats are flush up against the outer posts so that there will be no gaps between the side assemblies. Use 3” screws to tighten them. There should be no wiggle in the garden bed at this time, and all corners should be flush. 4. Add soil Once you find a cool place to park, the whole platform can be slid out so you can hang out in the sunlight and sleep under the stars. Bunk Bed @fitetravels Glen Peskett, DIY expert and owner of tool supplier Saxton Blades recommends following the steps to create the perfect wooden seating that looks good and is easy to create.If you have a corner to fill this is a beautiful way to do it. Place two wooden benches in an L shape with a planter between them.