Beautiful Raised Garden Beds That Will Last (Easy To Build)

Check out my new book that you can pre-order now. Simplify Vegetable Gardening will be available on 16th Feb 2024. Pre-order now to be the first to get a copy of this book that has all my personal tips. geni.us/SimplifyVegGardening Raised bed gardening has grown in popularity over the past 10 years, and for good reason. Raised garden beds have many benefits for the gardener. such as
1. Raised beds warm the soil earlier in the season
2. Raised garden beds can retain moisture when used like Hugel Kulture
3. Elevates the growing area to make it easier, raised garden beds can save your back
4. Raised beds are perfect for controlling growing conditions such as pH
5. Great for growing in areas with poor soil conditions raised garden beds to allow to grow above.
6. Raised beds can even be placed on Patios and driveways.
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Why grow in raised garden beds?
If your having mobility issues then raised beds can raise the growing area to save you from bending down. It also is perfect as they can allow wheelchairs to access the growing area easier.
Raised growing beds are perfect for growing long root veg like carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and Jerusalem artichokes.
In this video, I am going to show you how to build timber and corrugated metal raised garden beds. They are beautiful and will look awesome in any garden. The best thing is that I designed these raised garden beds to be modular in design. This makes it easy should you wish to move them or replace any piece that starts to rot.
The tools you will need to build these beautiful raised garden beds.
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The materials are
7 x 8ft lengths of decking
1 10ft sheet of corrugated metal.
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[@J3mdA]

Sometimes it's wonderful to get lost in the internet. Set out to see how to get rid of bindweed in lawns, ended up learning about portable power stations and solar panels :) great video! And love the accent! Irish here ;)

[@jimmyrustler8983]

Keep pruning it back to the roots if you can, it'll eventually use up it's energy reserved in it's root systems, and will die off.

[@GardenerScott]

Beautiful beds, Tony. The modular design and precision are fantastic. Great video, mate!

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Scott shame we hadn’t spoken mate

[@speaklifegardenhomesteadpe8783]

Just had an idea I can't afford, nor have the ability... But you guys do if interested to... What if you used the self watering bucket method in the bed, then use pipe connected to the drain hose under the fabric below the dirt, to aim geothermal heat either inward during winter, even under a greenhouse top... towards the bed or... twist away from the bed to cool... Just an idea! 🌻💯😀👍🌱🐝🌷🦋🌾

[@davidstraker8336]

I've now got the Composting Masterclass book on Kindle. And it certainly is a masterclass. I've never seen such detail! As an engineer I want to know all about why as well as how, and the book gives me this better than anything else I have read. It is now my go-to reference on soil science and composting. I'm an author myself (12 books) and know the months and years of effort that it takes to write and publish, which shows just how Composting Masterclass is a real bargain. Well done and thank you, Tony!

[@simplifygardening]

Thank you David. I am glad you are enjoying it. Kindle been a little naughty and released it early I see lol

[@simplifygardening]

Oh and don’t forget to post this as a review on Amazon your officially the first to have had it. But shhhhh 😉

[@inaffinityforaffinityphoto3220]

@@simplifygardening Done

[@p0ln]

6:08 safety officer went home, cutting like a boss!

[@simplifygardening]

Stepped on the safety glass earlier in the build and didnt have a spare and had not filmed the cutting of the steel. but your right its stupid doing it without them

[@Pianolisapark315]

Beautiful share, fantastic video, nice farm. Thanks for your wonderful video.

[@delphinium5555]

Super raised beds, I love the idea of replacing any part of the wooden structure in time in an easier and cleaner way.

[@simplifygardening]

Definitely!

[@CraftTeaLady]

Very nice looking raised beds. Thank you for your easy to follow instructions.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Gina glad you liked them

[@gracefullygrown1597]

We just made 4x8 beds out of decking material so it will last longer! I like this modular method you shared, as well!

[@simplifygardening]

Great job, decking do last well

[@marksallotmentplot]

They look absolutely brilliant Tony. The Ecoflow looks like a great bit of kit 👍

[@simplifygardening]

Cheers Mark. Yeah the Ecoflow is amazing, ive been using it for tons of stuff and I just cant fault it

[@sheilathomas8528]

Great video Tony, looking forward to seeing your next installment.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Sheila

[@gmantoon]

This has came at the perfect time for me as I'm looking to build some raised beds myself great video Tony looking forward to the book mate 👍👍👍

[@simplifygardening]

Cool, thanks I am glad you enjoyed it. I hope you build yours soon

[@TheGrowUpChannel]

They look amazing Tony! Fairplay. Will building one at some point myself. Great video. Danny 🌱

[@simplifygardening]

Go for it Danny oh just sent you some pics

[@TheGrowUpChannel]

@@simplifygardening cheers Steve. Really helpful! Danny

[@christinebrooks6364]

Hi Tony, great video on building a raised beds. Thanks for sharing and take care 🙂

[@simplifygardening]

So nice of you Thanks Christine

[@AndrewJones-wp4ot]

Looking forward to the book launch Tony. Got my 30ft NP this week. Just grabbing a coffee before I start putting it up. Thanks for all you do.

[@simplifygardening]

Awesome Andrew I bet your gonna love it. Book coming Friday mate

[@ataribowlingcgc4465]

Nice design. I plan on building a few myself. One thing: always wear safety glasses when cutting metal unless you are okay with losing an eye.

[@simplifygardening]

I know I had for the first one, put them on the floor and stepped back onto them but I had not filmed the section for cutting the steel. I have a new pair ordered but your right safety first

[@GardenIdeas01]

Beautiful garden set up with own making raise bed and thanks for sharing gardening tools , i thinking to prepare garden with brick raise bed as well

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks glad you liked it

[@neverwise]

Fabulous beds! Wish I had all those tools and the ability to do this 😄

[@simplifygardening]

IT COULD ALL BE DONE WITH HAND TOOLS JUST TAKE LONGER

[@neverwise]

@@simplifygardening I'll clarify, I'm not physically able but I do love the design and it was lovely to see them being made

[@rosmertagardens7147]

Tony those look fantastic. Great stuff.

[@simplifygardening]

Glad you like them

[@AJsGreenThumbLLC]

I really like those beds and being that they are reinforced by lumber...I know they are sturdy. I will have to order your new book too Tony. Congratulations!

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Aj

[@hirofortis]

lol, this is what I built for my garden a couple of years ago. Absolutely love them. :)

[@simplifygardening]

They are brill so strong

[@rubyewiggins4926]

I love that power station it would also be great for camping

[@simplifygardening]

Yes perfect I have used it for so much already

[@woodworks2123]

Very nice beds tony. Seen a couple guys build that style and they look great and would last a long time. I might steal that design for my new beds on the plot. That ecoflow power unit looks great.

[@simplifygardening]

You should

[@happydaysveg1965]

Hi Tony, That`s a great piece of tech! So many people struggle with DIY projects on their veg plots due to having no power. Nothing worse than having a cordless drill that`s gone flat! And you wont believe me , but i made a raised veg bed yesterday myself. And will be finishing off the positioning and filling in over the next few days! Great work again & i look forward to seeing your beds full of tasty veg. Shaun.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks 👍 Shaun. I am sure I will see it on the channel when its done mate. and its amazing, ive never been so happy to use something

[@happydaysveg1965]

@@simplifygardening keep an eye out for my video im uploading tonight, as i am mentioning your raised beds and your portable power supply, and telling people to take a look!

[@lizzieatherfold2293]

Excellent thank you

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks Lizzie

[@anthony387]

Great idea.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks

[@hhfamily7528]

Great video, can't wait to get stuck in.

[@simplifygardening]

Have fun Hope you have some great beds

[@wordvendor1]

Great video! Love from mid-Missouri, USA! 💜🌻

[@simplifygardening]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ripleyhyland1885]

Congratulations on the book launch!

[@simplifygardening]

Thank you so much 😀

[@CoastalGardensNW]

Great job Tony 👍

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks

[@ktm8488]

angle grinder = safety glasses :) thanks for the video

[@kevinwillis6707]

we have exactly this design of raised beds, because we got a grant for our community garden we used accoya wood, expensive but suitable for organic gardens and guaranteed for 50 years outside. the beds are 8 ft by 4 ft by 2ft high for eldelry and wheelchair users. the only drawback is they tend to drain very quickly so you may need to water in hot spells. no more bending over, and the capping is 6 inch wide so you can sit on the edge to do the weeding!

[@DrRock2009]

My new greenhouse is made with accoya! 😎👍

[@kevinwillis6707]

@@DrRock2009 its lovely stuff, but hard as oak, i went through a lot of recharges on my cordless drills as all the screws had to be predrilled to prevent splitting. can be painted and is long lasting as it doesnt expand and contract like regular wood so paint is more stable. enjoy your new greenhouse!

[@DrRock2009]

@@kevinwillis6707 I will: it gets delivered and installed a week tomorrow 🤞

[@rcolorado2364]

Gardener Scott just released a similar video, but your raised beds are more beautiful than his. Thanks Tony for the great tips and advise.

[@simplifygardening]

I saw his video yesterday and commented if I had known we could have collaborated

[@rcolorado2364]

Oooh and they are modular and can be repaired. Even better I should have watched before my compliments I could have been more complimentary.

[@rcolorado2364]

@@simplifygardening his have the wood on the inside which I thought was a pretty poor idea, when I was watching I thought he should have used the wood on the outside.

[@ieatiron]

These looks pretty much exactly like the one i built in spring

[@jackosallotment6224]

That battery/generator looks awesome not sure I can afford one but I’m certainly interested cheers 🍻

[@backtonature433]

Nice design 👌 💯👍👍👍

[@simplifygardening]

Thank you so much

[@jerrymccarthy5826]

What type of screws did you use for attaching the metal to the wood? Thanks

[@malk1275]

They look great 👍 I just made a new one 24 feet long😁

[@simplifygardening]

Wow nice and long Mal

[@vikingrobot4179]

Did the same but used composite decking. Look very professional and classy. Laid down some fiber mesh that you use for perimeter drains that stop soil from coming through but allow water to drain through. The only downside to making these is once your family, friends and neighbors see them they will all be asking you to make them some. Can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard…”If I buy the materials will you build me some?”

[@simplifygardening]

It’s always the way lol

[@joanies6778]

Congrats on your new book! I just used some of your videos to plant potatoes in ground and in pits. Fingers crossed! What did you cut the tin with? These look like something I could do, but I will need to get something to cut metal. All I have is a grinder.

[@simplifygardening]

Just a small grinder

[@ibrstellar1080]

Tidy looking beds there Tony💪👀😊.

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks 😀

[@cherylhowker1792]

Wow,that tech looks great,I could see me using it loads but only to save money by not using electric from the house,as my garden is attached to the bungalow,well surrounding it.but I think solar is amazing,only have some solar flood lights for taking the dog out tbh. But I wish I could have some solar panels and use the energy from them,tbh tho wouldn't know where to start. Job for anothr year,let me work out the growing and compositing first.

[@simplifygardening]

Cheryl it’s amazing I have so many ideas I’ve been using it all day today

[@linzertorte4003]

Protective goggles, my dude!! Safety glasses!!

[@CasitaFlores]

I love your videos

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks very much

[@frankcoldwell4424]

I can’t believe you’re launching it on Friday the 13th lol, good luck mate.

[@simplifygardening]

Make your own luck Frank. Im not superstitious so Fridays are my normal day to put out videos makes sense to me ;|)

[@peterperigoe9231]

Well effe you, I was hoping for a signed hardback 1st edition of the compost book, Oh well

[@simonem.3092]

Great

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks

[@ienekevanhouten4559]

If I had seen this before I had my expensive fir plank planter built last year I would have used this! But simple, I don’t think so, unless you are handy person.

[@simplifygardening]

I think they are simple, if you can measure a length of board, cut it and use a drill your good to go

[@kevinwillis6707]

the only thing id add is reinforcement strapping at the corners, theres over 2 ton of soil when those beds are full, our beds are inch and 3 quarter thick timber and we used structural 6 inch screws, but the decking is thinner and shear strength of screws is less than nails.also if you keep the bottom timber off the ground by half an inch its less liable to rot.

[@simplifygardening]

Great tips thanks Kevin

[@fergusdangerfield156]

Tony this was a great video, that how I'm building my raised beds but with 4 x 2 as I have a timber recycling centre near me. They take excess and over orders from construction industry so its mostly new and treated. Using it for my greenhouse too. Is the simplify 33 promotion still available at Oatlands Gardens?

[@simplifygardening]

Yes Fergus

[@ibrstellar1080]

I'd put a roofing fabric on the inside as it won't cost a lot and pritect the metal.

[@from_plot_to_plate_no_dig]

This is amazing tony … I love the way you garden … would love to visit you this year if you would have me of course 😉

[@simplifygardening]

Hit me up on FB and we can find a time

[@from_plot_to_plate_no_dig]

@@simplifygardening I don’t have Facebook… is there another platform you use ?

[@simplifygardening]

@@from_plot_to_plate_no_dig u can find me on them all

[@jamiebryson3826]

Milwaukee m18 no additional power needed 👍

[@budj13]

Thanks for sharing your design for the metal beds. I wonder if you have used these in the past and learned how long the steel will last before it rusts out?

[@ibrstellar1080]

I use roofing fabric on the inside and only takes a bit longer to apply and not too costly.

[@simplifygardening]

I’ve used steel in the past and the beds are still there 15 years on but I left them for the new gardener

[@ibrstellar1080]

@@simplifygardening I've got recycled zinc sheets from the 1920's and it's far better quality than the new stuff sadly as with most things today.

[@m8sbox137]

Here in the U.S. landscape lumber is cheapest. Close to 4x4 size 8 feet long $5.50 each. More like 3x4 . Rounded on 2 side's flat on 2 side's. Made for going in dirt. ( )

[@simplifygardening]

That would be perfect to use

[@sandiezell]

Do the beds need to be so deep? I just don't have the enormous amount of soil it takes to build one of these. I mostly garden in bags but I would love to have a few of these beds. Would 1 foot deep be deep enough?

[@swigwhileyoudig..46]

Great blog there tony Where's ur side kick danny lol ....beds look gud

[@simplifygardening]

lol Danny busy on his own plot mate

[@brianbaldwin1961]

Where do you buy the corrugated tin?. It all seems to be bitumen coated from wicks ect.

[@simplifygardening]

I just called a few iron mongers around me.

[@RoyHolder]

Safety glasses Tony, you've only got 2 eyes. 👍😉

[@simplifygardening]

Yes Roy. I used them on the first one, put them on the floor and stepped back onto them and crushed them, being plastic that was the end and I hadnt filmed cutting the steel, so i took the chance on finishing it

[@LizZorab]

Great video Tony, I think you'll be using that EcoFlow time and time again!

[@simplifygardening]

Been using it all day. They are awesome Liz

[@jensissons5709]

if the tin is bolted to frame how can you remove frame with a few screws?

[@simplifygardening]

Jen the tin is bolted to each frame, so effectively there is 4 panels 4 screws for each corner so effectively 16 screws removed and it comes apart into 4 separate panel's with the tin still attached

[@trench01]

suggestion is to have something to protect the corners. Also does it have to be that deep?

[@simplifygardening]

It doesnt need to be this deep, but I want it this deep as I will be using it for something specific

[@k.p.1139]

Thanks, Tony. My back is begging for raised beds. 😆

[@simplifygardening]

Well these are easy to build so have a go

[@k.p.1139]

@@simplifygardening Yes, they do look easy enough! It's the compost to fill the bed that is the issue. It's through the roof here! And I mean it went for $18 a CY to $60+ a CY. And the $18 was 2020 prices! In 2019 I could get all I needed for the year, for around 60 bucks. Not any more! My last round was almost 400 bucks and I'm still shy a bit. I am making my own, here at home. But, the amount I need to start fresh new beds..shoooo! It's going to take a while.

[@simplifygardening]

@@k.p.1139 Thats why everyone needs a copy of my book composting masterclass. I produce about 10 ton a year and about to step that up. Dont be held captive by the raising prices

[@k.p.1139]

@@simplifygardening perfect timing!

[@simplifygardening]

@@k.p.1139 its only taken a year lol

[@sandralooney6461]

My beds are old and depleted, down about 5 or 6 inches. Do I have to take everything out or can I put all the layers right on top. I am older, alone, 77, so need to keep it as physically simple as possible.

[@simplifygardening]

Put new stuff on top of the old now

[@segelburgess2136]

Where did you source the galvanize sheets?

[@simplifygardening]

local builders merchant

[@billyclegg3084]

Safety Glasses...?? Hahaha...!!

[@tinaoneill2397]

He as them just forgets to use them he is a nightmare

[@tassiegirl1991]

I thought oh Gosh any eye injury in the making. Tony please protect the eyes you only have one pair.

[@simplifygardening]

Funny enough I had them on in the first build but lost the footage the. Stepped on them 😖

[@simplifygardening]

Lol I did use them for the first one but the footage couldn’t be used and I stepped on them

[@simplifygardening]

Thanks

[@blacquejacqueshellaque9180]

Great idea for a quick and easy raised bed! One suggestion, do yourself a favor and get some safety glasses.

[@HootMaRoot]

I think why people say don't use treated timber is because creosote was/is the best treatment for timber, but many of the newr gardeners think it's all treated timber. I have used treated timber that was 50+ years old when I dismantled an old shed roof, 20 years later it starting to show its age but has never affected any fruit and veg I had in the bed and now it filled with flowers and they don't seem to be affected at all I also have raised beds with old corigated iron and 2x2 stakes to hold them in place and they are 20 years holding in the soil but after 50+ years since production been on 2 shed roofs and now raised beds they will finally be heading to the skip this winter being replaced with new tin

[@simplifygardening]

I think with a channel your open to people moaning about things

[@GladiatorReid]

Tony's book is available on Amazon in paperback for £17.99

[@GladiatorReid]

Safety?? No goggles or ear defenders, thought you were smarter than that Tony

[@johnking-ht5ez]

Tony I cannot find the price of the solar panels.

[@simplifygardening]

Contact them and ask if the panel comes with it I’m not sure John

[@cindyharrison4191]

How much would the system cost had you paid for it?

[@johnking-ht5ez]

Tony I have just found the prices of the solar panels.

[@simplifygardening]

Oh great I have messaged them to get a link

[@myriamberrada-hamilton4669]

Hi Tony, I’ve just started watching this video and was wondering is that was corrugated aluminium /metal? I am concerned about metal and plastic leaching in soil and food planted. Is there any other healthier option? Many thanks. I really like your videos

[@antb774]

Another option would be to buy a110ah deep cycle battery and an 2kw inverter and a solar panel for about £400 all in and use quick chargers like what makita do.

[@simplifygardening]

Thats what i was using before

[@antb774]

@@simplifygardening That ecoflow delta power station is awesome but eye-wateringly expensive. If I could afford one I would consider one. How many amp hours is it equivalent to because a 110ah 12v battery weight over 20 kilos. It would give an idea on how long it would last. I have turned my garden into an allotment garden and have included a potatory based on what you did. I can't post pictures here so I can't send you the images but would have liked your opinion. It's been a lot of work digging and prepping the ground to get it level and removing tree roots and rocks but it's getting there.

[@mariadi1069]

Tony I'm interest in your panels behind you, on the video. Can you help with some info, pleas. Thank you.

[@simplifygardening]

What panels? can you explain in a bit more detail so I know what you want info on?

[@landomilknhoney]

Nice, but....huge. How much soil did that take to fill? I live on a rocky mountain top, and have to purchase soil😔. I think I could make a smaller using pallets, though. Thanks for the inspiration. Your friend on the mountain 🏔️.

[@simplifygardening]

Ive not filled them yet, however I wont be filling these as you would normally they will be in a later video so bare with me

[@simplifygardening]

Ive not filled them yet, however I wont be filling these as you would normally they will be in a later video so bare with me

[@landomilknhoney]

@@simplifygardening certainly!

[@briansgardenandpolytunnel8172]

i'm not a fan of capping raised beds, tony. i tried it once when i had an allotment. slugs and snails loved the shade underneath...........................brian

[@simplifygardening]

Thats a fair point but its more for safety with the tin sheets

[@TheBilly6978]

Hi Tony, Your book is selling well, out of stock on Amazon

[@clivesconundrumgarden]

My Dad used to say "I cheap man pays double". They're not cheap upfront but overtime probably the most economical way to go !! Excellent video Tony Cheers Jason and Colleen 🌱🌱🌱

[@simplifygardening]

Agreed Jason Do it right first time pal

[@simplifygardening]

@@yx5881 Again BP this is your opinion

[@adrianwood4661]

Hi my rooster red potatoes are all coming up now see what I get from them in a few months time

[@simplifygardening]

Oh I am sure you will get a great crop

[@antb774]

You should get a job working for QVC shopping channel

[@simplifygardening]

Ha Ha if im offered something I think is useful then I will show it

[@tubthump]

Alternatively grow vegetables in the ground

[@mizzkathryn7]

You know what really bugs me is that no one ever leaves the link for the panels to recharge where is the 160 watt link for the panels???

[@simplifygardening]

I don’t know if it’s part of the kit or additional I will find out

[@simplifygardening]

I’ve just messaged them and asked for the links bare with me

[@mizzkathryn7]

@@simplifygardening Thank you so much it is so hard to know what to get for these boxes I would like the one you have there with you?

[@pauljackson5482]

At a grand plus i make no wonder your happy they sent you one. Come on, gardeners are sposed to be resourceful. And cheap! Remember your channel is called simplyfi gardening. Nice product tho I can't fault that, or your raised beds.

[@simplifygardening]

I would buy this with my own money it’s that good. I am lucky that it was sent to me, but I spend a fair bit of money on my gardeb

[@harrybrown3657]

Like the design but I'll cheat and make up the side panels at home and then assemble them up at the plot with a cordless screwdriver.

[@simplifygardening]

Makes no dif as long as you can make them

[@ynottteris]

nice raised beds, pity 75% sponcerships video and only 25% about the beds.

[@simplifygardening]

There is more coming on these beds

[@tomneal72]

£1300 for EcoFlow DELTA Portable Power Station and £380 for the 160 watt solar panels ouch thats expensive

[@simplifygardening]

You get what you pay for Tom. don't forget it has a huge array of uses not just in the garden. Liz Zorab used hers to mow a field where is had no power

[@conradzydervelt7861]

Why un-lucky "Friday the 13th" release to bode for the buyers of your book?

[@simplifygardening]

I’m not superstitious and I release videos on Friday

[@mikecooke7744]

Should have known better, didn't need to look too far for a plan for the raised carrot bed, and I couldn't justify the power pack as I've built a variety of all those tools driven by 18V Dewalt batteries if they're not man enough Dewalt have a new battery so I could get that past the Wife

[@simplifygardening]

I just used that as they sponsored the video and I didnt have the batterly alternatives but if you have them you can get get to make them

[@vlh1110]

A battery pack for a just over £1000. Get a £50 generator instead

[@simplifygardening]

generators are good but noisy and they use fuel. i do understand your point but these are brill I have to say

[@leehudson3446]

Very nice but cost a fortune to fill them

[@simplifygardening]

There are various methods for filling

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

That would be my question also. A cubic yard of soil is 4'x8'x10"s. That's 2 cubic yards of soil to fill just 1 of those beds. I've watched numerous video's on this subject, but would be nice to see a video on how you will fill yours, with what, and why. They look wonderfull, and almost "One and Done". Even if they last just 10-15 years, amortized out, way inexpensive. Might warrant using the modern recycled plastic decking instead of wood. That would easily last for generations. I'm not a proponent of using plastic, unless it saves more of our natural resources. in doing so. Tony's great grandchildren would still be using them. TYFS Tony

[@MuddyBootz]

@@marktoldgardengnome4110 A cubic yard is 3 x 3 x 3 = 27 cubic feet not 320 cubic feet??

[@amritagill1680]

Not that simple because you need access to all the equipment. Though beds are nice 😊

[@simplifygardening]

Yes I agree there are store bought alternatives but if you have the tools and knowhow you can build your own

[@RobCooper]

So let me get this straight. You have NO IDEA I'm about to do this. You have no idea I already have the materials, purchased in advance last year in case I couldn't get it this year. And then you MAKE A VIDEO about how to do this. Did your vertigo episode transfer some psychic ability to you? Thabk you. Let me guess. You're going to do a video on wicking beds next too

[@simplifygardening]

lol Rob. great minds pal

[@JH-fv1gq]

And only £1299. for the powerpack 🙄

[@simplifygardening]

They arnt cheap but are awesome

[@jonathanellis8342]

That didn't look simple. Just do a no dig method, two years in and would never look back, mind you nice power pack.

[@simplifygardening]

They are simple

[@theun4giv3n]

You need some safety glasses.

[@simplifygardening]

I had some until I stepped on them while making the first one. I have ordered more

[@tash6132]

Sorry, tools I don't have or have money to buy. It takes way too many tools.

[@simplifygardening]

Tash you can do this with a handsaw and a drilldriver, but I used the tools to speed the process up

[@terryrobins3867]

I used to like watching you, but since you've "made it" you're all about sponsor video's and pushing your book. You tubers always change when they get sponsorship.

[@simplifygardening]

Terry I am sorry you feel that way, it’s about recovering costs some of the videos I make cost hundreds of pounds that has to be paid for so that you can enjoy the content for free. I have given 12 years of my life providing FREE content to my viewers and the last year of it writing the book of course I am going to promote it. KZbin is a business not a hobby

[@XMotionVideos]

2 mins of building the bed. 10 minutes of adverts... Disappointing Tony

[@simplifygardening]

Sorry you didnt enjoy it