Workable Position to Place the Metal Raised Garden Beds

Details for how to place the metal raised garden beds. As we all know, metal garden beds have high adaptability; they can be placed on concrete, on grass, on sand, or even on gravel. That's why, nowadays, more and more people choose to use them in the backyard. In this article, let's go further and talk about the best position to place the metal garden beds.

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Where to place the metal raised garden beds?

The metal raised garden beds could be placed on concrete, grass, soil, rocks, gravel, or fallen leaves. In general, as long as the garden bed can be placed firmly, that is enough. It’s recommended to place some gravel at the bottom of the raised garden bed or surround the garden bed, no matter where to place the metal garden bed. This method can be effective for weed control. You will see the result as time goes on.

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Our 17" tall 42" round raised garden beds make good use of the available garden space. Metal panels with a thickness of 0.6 mm save more planting space than wooden planks. You can feel the toughness of the Vegega raised bed metal panel when you touch it.

The addition of Mg and other elements improves the corrosion resistance of the panels. Meanwhile, these elements are essential for the human body, which means they will not pollute the soil and will ensure plant safety.

Metal sheet material: Zn-Al-Mg steel
Screw and nut material: stainless steel
Bracing rod material: aluminum alloy
Size: 17" tall 42" wide round
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Round raised garden beds Ideas

The 42" wide round bed offers endless possibilities! Most gardeners choose to plant a flourishing tomato in the round bed, pairing it with a tomato trellis to boost the yield. Others plan to turn the bed into a strawberry patch or a flower bed. These are all fantastic ideas.

Besides, round raised beds can be children's gardens encouraging kids to cultivate their plots, while strawberry patches and dwarf fruit trees with companion plants add diversity.

Moreover, building a butterfly garden in a round bed attracts beautiful butterflies, and seasonal gardens keep your space interesting year-round.

These ideas help you maximize the potential of your round raised garden beds, creating a diverse and productive garden space.

Round Bed Planting Plans

Flowers Round Bed

Plant tall dahlias in the center of a round raised flower bed. The middle layer can grow echinacea and marigolds, which are not only colorful, but also attract bees and butterflies. For the outer perimeter, choose petunias and marigolds, which can bloom in bright colors around the edges of the flower bed.

Herbs Round Bed

The center is ideal for basil and rosemary, two herbs that not only need full sun, but also add aroma and flavor to the bed. The center can be planted with thyme and mint, which are highly adaptable. Outside, plant cilantro and dill, herbs that help enhance the aroma of the beds and provide fresh seasoning.

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Moreover, the center is ideal for kale, which is light-demanding and thrives in a light environment. Spinach and Swiss chard are planted in the center, these leafy greens grow well in a large space. On the outside, cabbage and lettuce are planted, which are leafy vegetables that grow well in lower light conditions.

Fruit Round Raised Garden Beds

In the center, plant strawberries. Grow blueberries and raspberries in the center, these fruit trees need plenty of sun and space to provide an abundance of fruit. For the periphery, choose mini tomatoes and peppers, which can grow vertically using the space on the periphery.

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Place the garden bed on the concrete ground

We don't need to worry about weeds growing around the garden beds if we put them directly on the concrete ground. And after being exposed to sunlight, the concrete floor will warm up the soil in the garden bed, accelerating plant growth, especially in the spring and winter. But what if the weed seeds are carried into the garden bed by birds? That's how mulch works. You can read about our multiple choices for applying organic mulch.

Tips: 17-inch or 32-inch-tall metal garden beds can apply to this method. An 8-inch tall metal garden bed is not recommended to place directly on the concrete or rocks if you plan to grow long roots plants. While if you plan to grow short-roots plants like herbs and verbena, they can be.

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Place the garden bed on the soil

Putting the garden beds on soil or grass is the most popular method for gardeners because it allows the microbes in the garden bed to exchange with the microbes in the grass or soil and the plant roots can also grow downward. However, if you need to put it directly on the grass, be aware that the grass at the bottom may have a potential pest and disease hazard, so remove the original grass first.

Place the garden bed on the leaves

If you have a big garden, you may consider placing the metal garden beds under the tree, where there are a lot of fallen leaves. That is a good choice, as the fallen leaves and wood are natural fertilizers for plants after fermentation. Beware that the fallen leaves may have the disease, so check them out before you place your garden bed.

Placing the garden bed on the fallen leaves is the easiest way to provide nutrients to the bed. Most gardeners like to fill metal garden beds with fallen leaves, which are effective in retaining soil moisture and improving soil fertility as they decompose.

Factors to consider when placing a metal garden bed

Sunlight exposure

The first thing to consider, no matter where it is placed, is sunlight. Light is essential for most plants, including fruits, flowers, vegetables, and grains, and sun-loving plants require 6 hours or more of direct sunlight per day. So choose a place without tree shading or surrounded by houses where the beds can't get the sunlight.

Location

It is not a good idea to place a garden bed in a vent or in a low, wet area. If you put the beds in those places, you may consider that a strong wind can easily blow off the branches and leaves on the garden beds. And also, the low, wet area can easily cause water to stagnate or the soil to stay soggy. So, choosing a broad and dry area is the best option.

Water source

In general, we can choose to water manually by the kettle, or we can install an irrigation system or pull the pipe to water. But either way, being relatively close to the water source is more convenient for irrigation, isn't it?

Pest problems

We don't have to worry about the remaining pest problems on the ground if it's placed on concrete. However, if it is placed on soil or grass, it is necessary to consider whether there has previously been a pest problem in this location and before placing a garden bed over it, cleaning that area of weeds is effective in inhibiting the pest problem. If you've had this problem before, think about changing the location or fixing the issue before putting the garden bed on it.

Conclusion

For most of raised garden bed, it doesn't matter where they are placed as long as they are securely placed. Some of these restrictions are for the gardener's future convenience and efficiency.