A cedar growing space raised on legs
Gronomics 24 × 48 Elevated Cedar Garden Bed
Raise a 24 × 48-inch cedar growing space on legs. Compare the two planting depths and overall heights for the position you want to use.
2 sizes and layouts
Each size drawn from above at the same scale, with the maker’s listed capacity.
- Listed capacity
- 6.48 ft³
- Soil to fill it
- 5 bags of 1.5 ft³
- Planting depth
- 10.5 in
- Outside footprint
- 48 × 24 in
A cedar growing space raised on legs
The overall height includes the legs. Use the separately listed planting depth when deciding whether the growing space is deep enough.
- Style
- Elevated planter
- Material
- Cedar
- Warranty
- 2-year limited warranty against structural failure, for the original purchaser.
- Bottom
- Contained planter
Planting from a wheelchair, or looking for a bed you don’t have to kneel at? Accessible raised beds gives the heights, widths and knee room that work.
Planning a balcony, deck or roof garden? Have the surface assessed for the filled weight before buying the planter. Its own load rating does not establish what the surface can carry. Work out the filled weight for whoever checks it.
Choose the size or layout
Use the widest outside footprint to plan paths. For a soil order, measure between the inside walls after assembly and choose your filled depth; advertised dimensions can be rounded. Rectangular sizes below read length × width × height.
Gronomics doesn’t publish inside measurements for these beds, so the soil figure below is the maker’s own stated capacity. If you’ll fill it less deep, measure between the inside walls once it’s built.
| Size or layout | Advertised size | Listed capacity | Bags of 1.5 ft³ for that capacity | Planting depth | Outside footprint | Plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 × 48 in · 10.5 in planting depth | 48 × 24 × 32 in | 6.48 ft³ | 5 bags | 10.5 in | 48 × 24 inMaker’s size chart | Plan this size: 24 × 48 in · 10.5 in planting depth |
| 24 × 48 in · 14 in planting depth | 48 × 24 × 32 in | 8.59 ft³ | 6 bags | 14 in | 48 × 24 inMaker’s size chart | Plan this size: 24 × 48 in · 14 in planting depth |
Notes on these sizes
- All sizes: Gronomics lists the outside size and the planting depth separately. The soil figure is Gronomics’ own estimate.
What to plant in it
A planter on legs suits the crops whose main roots stay in the top 6 to 12 inches: what to plant in a raised bed with legs.
Four planting plans drawn to scale, a salad bed, a kitchen bed with herbs, tomatoes and peppers, and roots and onions, with every plant counted: 2 × 4 ft bed.
Questions about this bed
How long does it take to put together?
Under an hour for most beds, and no tools, Gronomics says; its smaller modular beds take minutes.
Does the cedar need sealing?
No: cedar weathers outdoors on its own, Gronomics says. An oil finish is optional, for looks or a little more protection.
Can it stand on a patio or deck?
Yes: Gronomics says its beds can stand on any level surface, grass, patio pavers, decking or packed soil, and suggests levelling the ground first. Before you fill it on a patio or deck.
Gronomics’ answers, from its questions page.
Prepare and assemble this bed
Compare the material, bottom and care choices if you are still deciding between families. Follow the site preparation and liner checklist for the supporting surface.
- Choose the exact configuration and lay out its parts. Tool-free frame assembly
- Prepare a stable, level position and confirm the outside footprint with working paths.
- Check floor supports, drains, supplied liner and the chosen leg or caster hardware before filling. Confirm the support beneath the planter for the filled load.
- Measure the finished inside and outside separately, then update your plan. Preserve the maker’s fill restrictions.
Mark the outside footprint on the ground before assembly, including any legs or protruding corners. Leave a route for carrying bags, reaching the plants and maintaining nearby beds.
This planter has a floor. Use the intended planting depth, not the height of its legs, to estimate fill. Account for drainage and the filled weight when choosing a level location.
Product specifications
- Frequently Asked Questions, Gronomics