Best Small Raised Bed Vegetable Garden Layout

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Area and volume numbers are worked out from the listed dimensions, not measured in any garden, and the performance claims are the sellers’. Each of the 10 listings gives a size, and most give a depth, so you can work out how much ground each bed takes and how much room is left for walking between them. This guide uses those numbers to plan the layout and flags where a listing’s dimensions do not agree with its own title or bullets. Two of the ten items are not single raised beds: the OYEAL is a set of planter boxes with a trellis, and the Miory is a bed with a greenhouse cover.

Quick answer: pick the footprint first

• Smallest footprint, round: the Land Guard 2-pack and the ZXZYHFTY 2-pack are 24-inch round or square-footprint beds, one foot deep. Each holds about 3.14 cubic feet in the Land Guard listing.
• Small rectangle, two beds: the FOYUEE 6 by 3 foot 2-pack and the Pattiumo 6 by 3 foot bed give a 6-by-3-foot footprint, which is 18 square feet. The FOYUEE lists 128 gallons, with the basis not stated.
• Four by two feet, one foot deep: the Tegarbed 2-pack lists 8 cubic feet per bed and a 12-inch depth, with tool-free assembly.
• Tall beds to reduce bending: the OYEAL planter set is 32.4 inches tall, and the Kendane cast-iron bed is listed at 32 inches, though its height field needs checking.
• Greenhouse use: the Miory 6 by 3 foot bed comes with a PE cover, two zippered windows and two vents.
• Modular, two sizes: the Annoell modular set can be built as 8 by 4 feet or 10 by 2 feet, both 18 inches tall, though its capacity is Not confirmed.

Comparison table

Product	Footprint	Depth or height	Material	Capacity	Assembly
Land Guard 2-pack, round	24 by 24 in each	12 in	Galvanized metal	3.14 cu ft each	About 5 minutes
BIVODA HDPE	29.6 by 14.5 in (Not confirmed)	19.7 in	HDPE	10 gallons	Pre-inserted nuts, about 5 minutes
ZXZYHFTY round 2-pack	24 by 24 in each	12 in	Zinc, painted	Not stated in the listing	Screws and bolts
FOYUEE 6 by 3 ft, 2-pack	6 by 3 ft	11.8 in	Galvanized steel	128 gallons (basis not stated)	Under 15 minutes
Tegarbed 4 by 2 ft, 2-pack	4 by 2 ft	12 in	1 mm galvanized steel	8 cu ft each	About 20 minutes
Annoell modular set	8 by 4 ft or 10 by 2 ft	18 in	Powder-coated metal	45 cu ft (Not confirmed)	About 40 minutes
OYEAL planter set	7.2 by 35.1 in	32.4 in	Metal and plastic	Not stated in the listing	Tool-free, per bullets
Kendane cast iron	Not confirmed	34.2 in (Not confirmed)	Cast iron	2.1 cu ft	Tool-free, per bullets
Pattiumo oval	6 by 3 ft	12 in	Galvanized steel	Not stated in the listing	Hardware and instructions
Miory with cover	6 by 3 ft	1 ft	Galvanized steel with PE cover	Not stated in the listing	Described as easy; no time given

How to plan a layout

Measure the space before the beds. Walk the area and mark the outline with stakes or string. A common mistake is to choose the beds first and then find the space is short. The Miory and Pattiumo are both 6 by 3 feet, which takes 18 square feet each. A pair of them placed side by side takes 36 square feet, and the walkway around them takes more. Measure the walkway you want before you buy. For planting choices that fit a raised bed, see easiest vegetables to grow in raised beds. For soil quantities, see how much soil a raised bed garden needs.

Use the footprint to count the beds. A 24-inch round bed covers 4 square feet as a square, though the round shape holds less soil. A 4-by-2-foot bed covers 8 square feet, and a 6-by-3-foot bed covers 18 square feet. The Annoell configuration of 10 by 2 feet covers 20 square feet, and its 8-by-4-foot configuration covers 32 square feet. Count the square feet you have, then choose the mix of sizes that fits, leaving room to reach the middle of every bed from at least one side.

Plan the depth for what you will grow. Depth is the second layout choice. Most beds here are 12 inches deep. The Annoell is 18 inches tall, and the OYEAL is 32.4 inches tall, which is an upright planter rather than a deep bed. The Tegarbed bullets list lettuce, peppers, strawberries and carrots as crops for its 12-inch depth. They also say tomatoes and cucumbers can be grown with a separate trellis, so a bed that will take climbing plants needs its own support.

Consider the height for bending. Several bullets say that an elevated bed reduces bending and kneeling. The ZXZYHFTY bullets describe its 1-foot height that way, and the Kendane bullets describe a 32-inch height for the same reason. A taller bed is easier to work from a standing or seated position, but a higher bed also holds more soil, so the weight rises with the height. The Kendane’s item weight is 19 pounds, and the Annoell’s is 45.3 pounds.

Plan the access. Each bed needs a route to it. A 6-foot-long bed is easiest to reach from both long sides, which means a walkway on each side. The OYEAL is 35.1 inches wide, which means it can stand against a wall or a fence while still leaving room in front. The Miory’s cover adds height when it is set up, so leave room for that too.

A worked layout example

Suppose you have a strip of ground about 12 feet long and 8 feet wide, and you want two beds with a walkway between them and room to stand at each end. Two 6-by-3-foot beds set end to end along the 12-foot length use 12 feet of the strip and 3 feet of its 8-foot width, which leaves 5 feet across for walking on one side. Placed side by side across the 8-foot width instead, two 6-by-3-foot beds would take 6 feet, which leaves only 2 feet to walk in. The first arrangement gives the wider walkway, and it is the one to check first if you need to kneel or roll a wheelbarrow along the bed.

Now swap in the round Land Guard beds, which are 2 feet across. Four of them fill an 8-foot run exactly, with no room left over at the ends, and each one has its own 2-foot footprint and no corners to clear. The trade-off is that four small beds have four sets of edges to maintain, while two long beds have two. The arithmetic is the same either way: the footprint you list is the space you give up, and the walkway is the space you keep. A layout that puts the beds on the long axis of the plot usually leaves the most walkway for the same bed area, which is simple geometry rather than a planting rule.

What the listed sizes mean for soil

The capacity figures in this set let you estimate how much soil each bed will take, which is a separate question from its footprint. The FOYUEE lists 128 gallons, which is about 17 cubic feet, and a 6-by-3-by-1-foot bed holds 18 cubic feet, so the listing figure is close to that bed’s volume. The Tegarbed lists 8 cubic feet per bed, which matches its 4-by-2-by-1-foot size. The Land Guard lists 3.14 cubic feet per bed, which matches a round bed 2 feet across and 1 foot deep. The BIVODA lists 10 gallons, which is about 1.3 cubic feet, a much smaller volume that suits a compact container-style bed. The Annoell lists 45 cubic feet, but the figure is Not confirmed against either of its suggested sizes. Buy soil for the volume the bed actually holds, not for the footprint, because a 12-inch bed holds a lot more soil than a 6-inch bed of the same footprint.

How to choose a raised bed

Pick the material and the finish. The set uses galvanized steel (Land Guard, FOYUEE, Tegarbed, Pattiumo, Miory), zinc (ZXZYHFTY), powder-coated metal (Annoell), HDPE plastic (BIVODA), cast iron (Kendane) and a metal and plastic planter (OYEAL). The listings describe galvanized steel as rust-resistant, and they describe HDPE as a material that will not splinter, crack, peel, rot or rust. Those are the sellers’ claims, and they are worth weighing against the effort of replacing a bed later.

Check the bottom. Several listings describe an open base, which lets water drain into the ground and gives roots access to native soil. The Land Guard, Tegarbed, FOYUEE, Pattiumo and ZXZYHFTY all describe an open or bottomless base. The BIVODA is an HDPE box with drainage holes drilled in its bottom. The OYEAL has drainage holes, and the Kendane has a drainage hole too. Choose an open base if you want the soil to connect with the ground below, and a closed base with holes if you want the box to hold its soil separately.

Compare the shape. The listings describe round, rectangular, oval and modular shapes. The Land Guard and ZXZYHFTY are round, the FOYUEE, Miory and Annoell are rectangular, and the Tegarbed is oval. The Pattiumo is listed as oval in its name but as round in its bullets, so its shape is Not confirmed. A round bed gives a compact footprint and a rectangle gives more planting space along the edges.

Look at the assembly. Assembly time ranges from about 5 minutes for the Land Guard and BIVODA to about 40 minutes for the Annoell. The Tegarbed takes about 20 minutes with no tools, and the FOYUEE takes under 15 minutes with pre-drilled holes. The OYEAL is described as assembling quickly without tools. The Miory bullets describe easy assembly without a time figure. A modular set takes longer than a pre-assembled one, but it lets you choose the final size.

Read the weight and the capacity. The capacities in this set run from 2.1 cubic feet for the Kendane to 45 cubic feet for the Annoell. The BIVODA is rated at 10 gallons of soil and 250 pounds of weight capacity in its bullets. The Land Guard, Tegarbed and FOYUEE give capacities that match their footprint and depth. Several items give no capacity at all, so check the soil volume against your own plan before you order.

Check the warranty and the claims. The Land Guard bullets mention an 18-month warranty, which is the only warranty line in the set. The Annoell bullets claim 20-plus years of durability, and the Pattiumo bullets describe a heavy-duty galvanized steel panel. Those are seller claims and are not checked here.

Product-by-product breakdown

Land Guard 2-pack galvanized raised bed, round

The Land Guard is a 2-pack of round galvanized beds, sized 2 by 2 by 1 foot each. The item dimensions field gives 24 inches deep, 24 inches wide and 12 inches high, and the second dimensions field gives 24.02 by 11.81 by 24.02 inches. The two sets agree closely enough to use the 2-by-2-foot footprint. The capacity is 3.14 cubic feet per bed, which matches a round bed of 2 feet across and 1 foot deep. The material is metal with a galvanized finish, and the bullets describe a Q195 galvanized sheet with double-layer anti-corrosion galvanizing and an open base. The bullets say the metal is 0.78 millimeters on average and up to 1.56 millimeters at its thickest, which is a seller figure. The bullets describe assembly in about 5 minutes, and they mention an 18-month warranty. The included-components field lists a plant stand, which the title does not mention, so confirm the parts with the seller.

BIVODA HDPE raised bed, navy blue

The BIVODA is a rectangular HDPE planter box in navy blue, with legs and drilled drainage holes. Its item dimensions field gives 14.5 inches deep, 29.6 inches wide and 19.7 inches high. Its product dimensions field gives 29.9 inches long, 14.2 inches wide and 19.7 inches high. The two sets of width and depth differ by a few tenths of an inch, so the exact footprint is Not confirmed, and the guide uses a footprint of about 2 by 1.2 feet. The capacity is 10 gallons, and the item weighs 9.57 kilograms, about 21 pounds. The product dimensions field gives a weight capacity of 250 pounds. The assembly uses pre-inserted nuts and 304-grade stainless steel screws, and the bullets say no drilling is needed. The bullets say the box will not splinter, crack, peel, rot or rust, which the seller claims. The listing gives no warranty line.

ZXZYHFTY round raised bed, 2-pack

The ZXZYHFTY is a round 2-pack in yellow zinc with a painted finish. Each bed measures 24 by 24 by 12 inches, and the item weighs 5.68 kilograms, about 12.5 pounds. The bullets describe an open base to improve drainage and prevent water buildup, and they describe a 1-foot elevated height to reduce bending and kneeling. The included components are screws and bolts. The listing gives no capacity figure, so the soil volume is not stated in the listing. The bullets describe the bed as usable for vegetables, herbs, flowers or as a decorative planting zone, and they describe the yellow finish as a garden accent. The listing gives no warranty line.

FOYUEE galvanized raised garden bed, 6 by 3 feet, 2-pack

The FOYUEE is a rectangular galvanized 2-pack sized 6 by 3 by 1 foot per bed. The item dimensions field gives 35.43 inches deep, 70.87 inches wide and 11.81 inches high, which is about 3 by 6 feet and 1 foot high. The capacity is 128 gallons, which is about 17 cubic feet, close to the 18 cubic feet a 6-by-3-by-1-foot bed holds. The piece count is Not confirmed: the unit-count field reads 1, while the title and size field say 2-pack and 2 pieces. The bullets describe four heavy-duty support bars, a flat panel design, an open bottom and pre-drilled holes with included hardware. The assembly takes under 15 minutes, which the bullets state. The bullets say the bed fits in spaces that an 8-by-4-foot bed does not, which is a claim about footprint. The item weight is not stated in the listing.

Tegarbed galvanized raised bed, 4 by 2 feet, 2-pack

The Tegarbed is an oval galvanized bed sold as a 2-pack, sized 4 by 2 by 1 foot. Its item dimensions field gives 48 inches deep, 24 inches wide and 12 inches high. The capacity is 8 cubic feet per bed, and the bullets give 7 cubic feet or more of growing space, which matches. The material is 1 millimeter galvanized steel with reinforced corrugated panels and smooth rolled edges. The bullets describe an open bottom that lets roots reach native soil and drains excess water into the ground. The 1-foot-deep growing area suits lettuce, peppers, strawberries and carrots, according to the bullets. Tomatoes, cucumbers and other climbing plants can be grown with a separate trellis. The assembly takes about 20 minutes with no additional tools. The item weighs 17.2 pounds, and the listing gives no warranty line.

Annoell modular galvanized raised bed, 8 by 4 or 10 by 2 feet

The Annoell is a modular powder-coated metal bed in beige, listed as 18 inches tall. Its title says 8 by 4 by 1.5 feet, and its size field matches, but its item dimensions field gives 24 inches deep, 120 inches wide and 18 inches high. A 120-inch width is 10 feet, which matches the second suggested configuration in the bullets, 10 by 2 by 1.5 feet, rather than the 8-by-4 configuration in the title. The configuration is therefore Not confirmed. The capacity is 45 cubic feet, but an 8-by-4-by-1.5-foot bed holds 48 cubic feet and a 10-by-2-by-1.5-foot bed holds 30 cubic feet, so the 45-cubic-foot figure matches neither, and it is Not confirmed. The item weighs 45.3 pounds. The bullets describe a 0.85-millimeter corrugated zinc, aluminum and magnesium steel with a magnesium-infused coating, and they claim 20-plus years of durability. The bullets also describe crimped and coated edges and food-grade stainless steel hardware, which are seller claims. Assembly takes about 40 minutes, with no protective film to peel and no rubber strips to install.

OYEAL vertical planter set with trellis, four boxes

The OYEAL is not a single raised bed. It is a set of four planter boxes on a frame with a plant stand and an 11-inch trellis, in green metal and plastic. The item dimensions field gives 7.2 inches deep, 35.1 inches wide and 32.4 inches high, and the size field gives 32.4 inches tall. The weight is 10.5 pounds. The bullets describe it as indoor and outdoor, foldable and scratch resistant, with drainage holes in the boxes. They also say it assembles quickly without tools and that it is lightweight enough to move around for layout changes. The trellis supports climbing plants such as tomatoes, strawberries, vines and peppers, according to the bullets. The capacity and the warranty are not stated in the listing. Because the set is vertical, it suits a small balcony or a patio edge better than a ground-level plot.

Kendane cast-iron raised bed, 32 inches

The Kendane is a black cast-iron bed described as 32 inches tall, with a 2.1-cubic-foot capacity and a 19-pound item weight. The item dimensions field gives 14.59 inches deep, 38.2 inches wide and 34.2 inches high. A second item-dimensions field gives 35.83 by 4.13 by 16.14 inches. Those two sets conflict, so the footprint is Not confirmed. The height is also Not confirmed: the title and bullets say 32 inches, while the size field gives 34.2 inches. The bullets describe tool-free assembly, a drainage hole and a space-saving design for balconies and small spaces. The listing gives no warranty line.

Pattiumo galvanized raised bed, oval, 6 by 3 feet

The Pattiumo is a galvanized steel bed sized 6 by 3 by 1 foot. Its item dimensions field gives 36 inches deep, 72 inches wide and 12 inches high, which matches the size. The item weighs 18 pounds. The title calls it an oval bed, and the bullets call it a round bed, so the shape is Not confirmed. The bullets describe an open bottom design that allows natural drainage, a planting space of about 6 by 3 feet, and a protective edging that the listing says reduces sharp edges. The included components are hardware and instructions. The capacity is not stated in the listing, and the warranty line is not stated either.

Miory galvanized raised bed with greenhouse cover

The Miory is a 6-by-3-by-1-foot galvanized bed with a PE cover that works as a greenhouse. The cover has two zippered dual-layer windows for airflow and two vents, and the listing says the cover keeps out small animals such as chickens, rabbits and puppies. The bullets describe a three-in-one use: as a raised bed, as a mini greenhouse, or as both together. The bullets say the cover helps retain warmth and protects plants from wind and rain. The frame is heavy-duty galvanized steel with two reinforced middle supports. The kit includes plant labels and gloves, according to the bullets. The weight, the capacity and the warranty are not stated in the listing. The cover material is listed as HDPE in one field and as PE in the bullets, which is close enough to treat as the same material for planning.

Who should buy and who should skip

Buy a bed from this set if:

• You have a small footprint and want a round or compact bed. The Land Guard and ZXZYHFTY both fit a 2-foot circle or square.
• You want a 6-by-3-foot bed. The FOYUEE, Pattiumo and Miory all use that footprint.
• You want an open bottom so the roots reach the native soil. The Land Guard, Tegarbed, FOYUEE, Pattiumo and ZXZYHFTY all describe an open base.
• You want a greenhouse option. The Miory is the only cover-and-bed kit in the set.
• You want a tall planter for a balcony or a patio edge. The OYEAL is the vertical option, and it has a trellis.

Skip a listing, or check it hard, if:

• You need a confirmed footprint. The BIVODA, Kendane and Annoell footprints are Not confirmed in one or more fields.
• You need a confirmed height. The Kendane height is Not confirmed.
• You need a confirmed shape. The Pattiumo shape is Not confirmed.
• You need a confirmed piece count. The FOYUEE piece count is Not confirmed.
• You need a warranty. Most listings give none, and the Land Guard is the only one that names a period.

Layout scenarios

A small yard with two beds. The FOYUEE, Pattiumo and Miory all give a 6-by-3-foot footprint, so two of them take 36 square feet of bed space. Place them with a walkway wide enough to reach the middle of each bed from one side. The Tegarbed 4-by-2-foot pair is the lighter option, at 8 square feet per bed.

A patio or a balcony. The OYEAL suits a patio or a balcony because it stands vertically and is described as lightweight enough to move. The Kendane is also listed for balconies and small spaces, though its size is Not confirmed. A 1-foot-deep bed works on a patio if you can fit it in a corner.

A round bed in a corner. The Land Guard and ZXZYHFTY give a round footprint that fits a corner or a curved edge. Their 2-foot diameter means each bed takes about 3 to 4 square feet of ground.

A front porch, walkway or mailbox edge. The ZXZYHFTY bullets list a mailbox, porch, walkway, patio or backyard as places where the yellow bed works as an accent, and they describe its round frame as a decorative planting zone as well as a vegetable bed. The OYEAL’s green vertical set fits a similar edge. Both listings describe the bed as an accent, so the layout decision is about how the bed looks against the house as much as how it grows.

A first bed for a beginner. The ZXZYHFTY bullets describe its 1-foot height as suitable for beginners and home gardeners, and the Tegarbed’s 20-minute tool-free assembly makes it a quick first project. A beginner also benefits from the Land Guard’s 5-minute assembly, though that figure is the seller’s. Start with one bed in the layout you have measured, then add a second once you know how much room you need for walking.

A bed that will grow climbing plants. The Tegarbed bullets say tomatoes and cucumbers can be grown with a separate trellis, and the OYEAL includes a trellis. A bed that will hold climbing plants needs a support, so plan the trellis position before you plant.

A greenhouse season. The Miory is the only bed in the set with a cover. Its bullets say the cover helps retain warmth and extends the growing season, and that the zippered windows let you control airflow.

A modular plan that may change. The Annoell can be assembled as 8 by 4 feet or 10 by 2 feet, so it suits a plot that you may reshape. Its assembly takes about 40 minutes, so plan for that when you choose it.

Where the numbers do not match

This guide does not pick one figure when the listing contradicts itself. The conflicts are:

• BIVODA: the item dimensions (29.6 by 14.5 inches) and the product dimensions (29.9 by 14.2 inches) differ slightly. The footprint is Not confirmed.
• FOYUEE: the unit-count field reads 1, while the title and size field say 2-pack. The piece count is Not confirmed.
• Annoell: the title gives 8 by 4 by 1.5 feet, but the item dimensions give 24 by 120 by 18 inches, which is 10 by 2 feet. The capacity of 45 cubic feet matches neither configuration. The configuration and capacity are Not confirmed.
• Kendane: the item dimensions give two sets of figures that do not match. The height is 32 inches in the title and bullets, and 34.2 inches in the size field. The footprint and height are Not confirmed.
• Pattiumo: the title says oval, and the bullets say round. The shape is Not confirmed.
• Miory: the cover material is HDPE in one field and PE in the bullets. The guide treats them as the same material for planning.

Several attribute fields hold entries that do not describe the bed, such as a planter form that repeats the title or a set name that does not match the product. This guide ignores those entries.

Care and maintenance

The supplied data gives only a few care notes. The BIVODA bullets say the box is easy to clean with just soap and water, with no need to paint, stain or waterproof it. The galvanized and zinc beds carry a rust-resistant finish, according to their fields and bullets, so keep the finish intact when you move soil or tools across them. For the cast-iron Kendane, the listing gives no care line, so follow the manufacturer’s advice once you have the bed.

The open-base designs need one habit in particular. The listings describe the base as the feature that lets water drain and lets roots reach native soil, so keep the base free of debris and do not seal it. For the BIVODA box, the drainage holes in the bottom do that job, and the listing says they keep the soil fresh.

Two habits follow from the listings. First, check the fixings after the first season. The FOYUEE and Tegarbed bullets both describe tool-free or pre-drilled assembly, and loose fixings are the most common issue with any metal bed. Second, keep the drainage holes and open bases clear. The bullets for several beds describe drainage as a key feature, and soil that blocks the holes or the base will stop the water from draining.

Common mistakes before buying

• Choosing a bed before measuring the space. A 6-by-3-foot bed needs its own footprint plus a walkway on each side.
• Assuming the title dimensions are the bed’s dimensions. The Annoell title and item dimensions do not describe the same configuration.
• Trusting a capacity that does not match the footprint. The Annoell’s 45 cubic feet matches neither suggested size.
• Ignoring the shape. The Pattiumo title and bullets disagree on whether it is oval or round.
• Buying a tall bed for a low-weight plan. The Annoell weighs 45.3 pounds, and the Kendane weighs 19 pounds, before any soil.
• Overlooking the trellis. Climbing plants need support, and the Tegarbed bullets say that support is a separate purchase.
• Buying soil by footprint instead of volume. A 12-inch bed holds far more soil than a 6-inch bed of the same footprint, so count cubic feet from the listed depth.
• Placing a bed on lawn without checking the base. The Tegarbed bullets describe the open bottom as meant for a bed placed over lawn or garden soil, which means the base has to touch the ground to do its job.

Materials for a small bed

Raised beds in this set come in several materials. The Annoell bed is galvanized steel, 8 by 4 by 1.5 feet and 18 inches tall, and its listing describes a 0.85-millimetre corrugated zinc-aluminium-magnesium steel. The Kendane bed is cast iron, 32 inches tall, with a drainage hole. The BIVODA bed is HDPE, sold as a 10-gallon planter with legs, and its listing says it is rot-resistant and rust-resistant. Metal beds last longer in the sun, while HDPE does not rust and is lighter to lift.

Size and shape of each bed

Shape decides how easily you can reach the middle of a bed. The Annoell bed is a rectangle, 8 by 4 feet, which needs a path on each side. The Pattiumo bed is oval, 6 by 3 feet and 1 foot tall, and its listing describes a round planting space. The Land Guard two-pack is 2 by 2 by 1 foot each, which suits a corner or a small herb garden. A bed 4 feet wide or less is easier to reach from one side without stepping on the soil.

Weight and where it can sit

Weight matters once the bed is full of soil. The Annoell bed weighs 45.3 pounds empty, the Pattiumo bed 18 pounds, the Kendane bed 19 pounds, and the BIVODA bed 9.57 kilograms. Fill the bed in place rather than moving it full, since a filled metal bed is heavy to lift. Choose a level spot with sun for most of the day, and check the listing’s dimensions against the space before you buy.

Drainage

Drainage keeps roots from sitting in water. The Kendane listing includes a drainage hole, and the Land Guard listing does too. The Pattiumo listing describes a rust-resistant galvanized panel. A bed without a drainage hole can hold water after rain, so drill a hole if the listing does not include one, and lay a layer of gravel at the base before you fill it with soil.

Frequently asked questions

What size bed is best for a small yard? A 6-by-3-foot bed takes 18 square feet, and the FOYUEE, Pattiumo and Miory all give that footprint. For less space, the Land Guard and ZXZYHFTY round beds take about 3 to 4 square feet each.

Which bed has the most capacity? The Annoell lists 45 cubic feet, but that figure is Not confirmed against its own dimensions. The FOYUEE lists 128 gallons, which is about 17 cubic feet, and the listing does not say whether that is per bed or per set. The Tegarbed lists 8 cubic feet per bed.

Do any of these beds come with a cover? The Miory comes with a PE or HDPE greenhouse cover that has zippered windows and vents.

Which bed has an open bottom? Five listings describe an open base: the Land Guard, Tegarbed, FOYUEE, Pattiumo and ZXZYHFTY. The BIVODA has drainage holes in a closed box.

Which beds are tall enough to reduce bending? The OYEAL at 32.4 inches, the Annoell at 18 inches and the Kendane at a listed 32 inches. The Kendane’s height is Not confirmed. The bullets for the ZXZYHFTY and Tegarbed describe a 1-foot height as a way to reduce bending.

How much soil do I need? Work it out from the depth and the footprint, then compare the result with the listed capacity. A 6-by-3-foot bed that is 1 foot deep holds 18 cubic feet. The FOYUEE capacity of 128 gallons is about 17 cubic feet, which is close. The Tegarbed’s 8 cubic feet suits its own 4-by-2-foot bed. Buy soil by the cubic foot, and allow a little extra for settling, since the listings give no settling figure either way.

Can I place these beds on a lawn? The Tegarbed bullets say the open bottom is meant for beds placed over lawn or garden soil, so the base touches the ground and the roots can reach the native soil. The Land Guard and FOYUEE also describe an open base. The BIVODA is a box with drainage holes in its bottom, and the Annoell listing does not describe its base at all, so check those two before you place either on grass.

How long does assembly take? The Land Guard and BIVODA list about 5 minutes, the FOYUEE under 15 minutes, the Tegarbed about 20 minutes and the Annoell about 40 minutes. Other listings give no time figure.

Why are some footprints Not confirmed? Because the listing numbers disagree with each other. The guide reports both figures where they conflict and does not choose one. Ask the seller for a dimensioned drawing before you order.