Every Question You've Asked Me About The Vego and Birdies: The 150 Day Raised Garden Bed Update

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It's time for the 150-day update on the Birdies and Vego Garden Beds, and in this video, I've compiled every question you've asked and answered them, too. You can find them all on my website here: michelleinthemeadow.com/every...
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I am a suburban gardener located in zone 9A in Northeast Florida. I started growing in this suburban lot in 2019 and have expanded the garden yearly. In 2020 I started making Facebook Videos about the garden, and in 2022 created this KZbin channel. I enjoy making content about my garden, what I’m growing and learning, and from time to time, the general vlog, too.
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We have a 300+ days between frost dates and can pretty much garden yearround. We are currently growing in many raised garden beds of various sizes. We grow along both sides of the house, in grow bags, in the ground, in Greenstalk vertical planters, and pots on the patio.
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[@bevjensen2278]

I love that you're giving updates as time passes, to let us know how your garden beds are performing! Love the very fair assessments you provide, with pluses and negatives for each type of raised bed.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for watching. I am glad you liked the series. It was fun. I look forward to more this year, too. Happy Gardening

[@davidschreiner6667]

I'm not going to last much longer but I bought 4 of the VIGO beds this morning. This is my legacy to my family . I have done everything I could possibly think of to prepare for the future survival of my family. This is one of my final gifts to them and hopefully this will provide them with a way to grow food when food becomes scarce. This in combination with an orchard and other food trees and bushes should provide them with year round food.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

David, thank you for sharing. What a beautiful gift for your family. Blessings for you in your journey. I appreciate you.

[@flob4332]

I bought 25 of these 2x2x8 beds from Houston and assembled them by myself. The ground nut and bolt were also an issue for me. But a couple of 4x4 pieces of wood lifted them off the ground. The units are remarkedly lightweight and easy for a 115# 75-year-old woman to move around by stepping inside and lifting using the braces. They are very sturdy as we experienced high winds before I was able to fill or secure them, which rolled them around. (None went air born.) I saw no damage or dents of consequence. I believe the braces kept them in shape with no twisting. They sat in the garden all winter through rain and freezing with no sign of rusting. I haven't added the rubber edging yet. Will take a wait-and-see attitude after they are in their permanent location in the garden. So far...I would recommend.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

WOW Flo B! That is amazing. Congratulations on the garden expansion and thank you for sharing your experience!

[@RandWFarmstead-TonyWalsh]

This was an excellent video with a lot of great information. I’m in southeast Georgia and growing conditions are very similar. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences and hope you have a blessed week.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

So nice of you. Thank you!

[@jamiegiddens5103]

I watched your Birdie vs Vego bed comparison. I watch Mark at Self Sufficient Me, and that is where I first learned about these beds. I’m so glad you did honest reviews, because I couldn’t find unbiased opinions either from anyone in USA. Thank you for your time. I just ordered two tall Birdies. I can’t wait to set them up.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for letting me know. I appreciate the feedback. And thanks for supporting the channel, too. What zone are you in?

[@shinsanhughes629]

Great video Michelle, and lots of good advice for the newbies. I built base frames of 2" x 6" lumber for my beds to sit on and am now in the process of filling the paths between the frames with woodchip and leaf mulch, the idea being that when the mulch rots down to form compost I can dig it up, pass it through a sieve and put the finer stuff onto the beds. The coarse stuff will go back onto the paths with new mulch being added. Any weeds coming up are pulled and simply dropped on the paths to dry out and eventually become part of the compost. The bottom halves of my beds are filled with a mixture of logs and coarse woodchips, with some logs being placed crosswise to prevent the beds bowing inwards, which can happen when the cross bracing is bent downwards by the weight of soil above them as the lower contents settle. TIP: If the beds are placed on sandy soil and tend to dry out too quickly, put builders plastic (pond lining is expensive) in the base of the beds, turned up about 6'", to form a type of hügelkultur come wicking bed. I also use about 4" of sugarcane mulch on top of the beds to help prevent evaporation.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Wow! Great tips. Thank you for sharing!

[@geekygardens]

Great info and coverage my friend! Oh, and thanks for the shout out. It's all about getting good info out there for others to use. And I finally figured out the use of shade during construction in my last expansion! (You should have clued me in sooner ;-) (I'll forgive you the weedy pun. It wasn't bad, actually).

[@ginamarieancira]

I’m in Jax, FL and as a relatively new gardener VERY MUCH appreciate how thorough you are in your assessments on climate, experience, cost, etc. Also, as a fan of my husband’s “dad” jokes I LOLed at your seedy-weedy joke. Thank you for your enjoyable review!!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for your kind words and welcome to the channel. Everyone thinks Florida is hot hot. But this area definitely has its cold, cold, cold, cold moments. There will be more jokes. LOL

[@lisagoldberg5178]

Thank you as always for the thorough and honest update!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are welcome, and thank you for your continued support!

[@jerryanderson4642]

So much great information! Thanks for sharing your experiences!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are very welcome. Happy gardening my friend. And if you choose one of these types of beds I would appreciate your clicking on my referral link. Thanks for watching.

[@mykilfremn26]

I'm so excited to watch the one year, five year, and 10 year reviews of these wonderful raised garden beds. thank you Michelle!This is just an amazing high quality informative channel.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you 🥰 for those kind words! Me too friend, me too!

[@jasonbrown5131]

This is a great series, thank you! Your yard looks fantastic as well.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for watching Jason. Happy gardening.

[@mikecrow565]

Good video with great information. I chose the Vego. So far, I'm really impressed.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for letting me know.

[@neilclaypoole7529]

In reference to edges you could use the auto trim for car doors it comes in chrome or black it might work it has stickie glue in it .

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for that idea! Happy gardening!

[@shinsanhughes629]

You can, but that stuff is usually very expensive.

[@onemoredoll5791]

Very thorough review update. I cant believe its been 150 days! You and I both got them all done up same time. I now have 5 Vego and 4 Birdies. I will have to admit they are similar but configuration is what had me purchase the ones I did. For future beds (may get a few more) I will be going with Birdies. Kevin's team are just "on it" with customer service and that is super important to me when you run into issues. I have been considering getting the Vego modular cover system for spring. I had way too many pests this season. I would get it now but our winds will soon be starting for months and Im afraid it might rip in the wind. Look forward to your review if you decide to get it. I dont think anyone has gotten it or reviewed it. Ive searched and searched but have come up with nothing.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Glad to hear you're having a good experience with Kevin's team. I wouldn't put something up risking wind either I don't blame you. It is definitely top of mind because I had quite a few pests too.

[@kathleenreadinger4614]

Wonderful review of both the Vego and Birdie beds. I am in the market for raised metal beds and this is a perfectly timed resource. Thank you also for the links to other gardeners that are using the beds.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are very welcome, I definitely want to create Community here and help one another. Happy gardening. I do hope you'll consider using one of my links when you make your purchase.

[@dominique8233]

Slice a piece of hose pipe and put it on top of the edging that is touching the cattle panel.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for that suggestion. Great idea. Happy Gardening!

[@shinsanhughes629]

I tried that and found slicing enough hose for even one bed was a mongrel of a job... AND it wouldn't stay in place without being taped.

[@joshmara9192]

As always, THANK YOU!!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you Josh! Happy Gardening 😊

[@cardstockcollector]

Thank you for all your videos. Your explanations have been great. The pros and cons and all the in betweens. I just went to Vego and ordered three beds using your link. Thanks so much.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Wonderful! THANK YOU

[@PlantObsessed]

Thank you for this video.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are very welcome, thank you for watching.

[@katiem9644]

Have just subscribed to your channel, and really enjoyed the videos on the metal beds. I have some myself, and being as Im also in 9a, it will be interesting checking out your videos.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Welcome to the channel Katie, thank you for joining us. What all are you growing in yours?

[@lanettelawrence6308]

Thank you for the raised garden beds. My disability,, unleavened backyard and my short stature make these type gardening beds a great choice for me.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

I'm so glad I could help. I'm not sure how many beds you may be interested in, but starting Monday, Epic Gardening is having a big sale on Birdies Beds. Buy 3 Get 1 Free. If you are interested in checking that out and choose to make a purchase, I'd appreciate your using my link. I'd make a small commission on the purchase to help support the channel. michelleinthemeadow.com/epic Thank you.

[@reneethomas5548]

I appreciate your honesty what your compensation is.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You're welcome. It's the best policy.

[@lynnerskine3346]

Just found your channel. I really like your channel. Thank you for all you do. I was trying to decide between birdies and vego beds. You have really helped me make up my mind. Going with birdies..

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Welcome to the channel. Thank you! What zone are you in?

[@lynnerskine3346]

@@michelleinthemeadow i am in zone 8a. Texas.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Ahhh. All the hot and cold you could want ;) 😉

[@MsMorganGirls]

My family still lives in NE Florida, but I moved to Wyoming, where I live in the high desert at 4,500 feet. Gardening has been a challenge, and I finally got a greenhouse last year. The wind is a serious consideration, with a 30 mph wind considered a gentle summer breeze. After watching your videos, I'm seriously considering getting a metal raised bed. It would hold up to the weather here. Thanks for answering viewers' questions, which answered questions that I had too.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

The high desert is no joke for trying to grow. Have you looked at any permaculture features for digging in berms and swales to capture water from time to time? The raised beds probably would hold up fine but just like everything else you likely will need some kind of plant support in 30 mph "breezes". Glad I could help. Thanks for watching and happy gardening!

[@MsMorganGirls]

@@michelleinthemeadow our annual rainfall is 6" - 10", so water management is always an issue. I do miss Florida rain from time to time.

[@einthedatadog7]

Omgosh! I’m in 9B East Florida! Definitely subscribing. I’m starting a garden soon and super worried about getting anything to survive in the rough Florida environment

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Welcome to the channel. Congratulations, Gardener! Thanks for watching!

[@diane8885]

Thanks for your review. After this gardening season I have to admit I am having a hard time on working on my gardens the way they are. I may be purchasing 1 to try for next year's garden. I have wood and 5 compost bins going and should have enough dirt to fill one. Thanks again!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

It is an awareness that's been coming for me for a while, too. Sounds like you have the great makings for fill. Good luck and happy gardening!

[@anothergoogleuser]

Thanks for sharing.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching! Happy Gardening!

[@cardstockcollector]

Thank You!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You're welcome.

[@blackg0076]

the problem with using wood mulch is at the start the wood will suck up nitrogen , but it will release it later when it has broken down .

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for sharing and thanks for watching. I'll make a note of that for the future. Happy gardening!

[@Coding1on1]

Great video!!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for watching.

[@Yankee_Doodle_Stacker]

FYI the best and cheapest mulch to use is straw. 6 dollars a bale and ends up feeding your soil. 1 bale goes an incredible long way.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for the suggestion. I've had a hard time sourcing seed free, round up free straw in my area, but I'm going to keep looking.

[@stacysb5449]

I bought a Straw bale from Home Depot but it is obviously hay as there are tons of sprouts/weeds popping up in my bed🙁

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Oh no. I had that happen too. Ugh.

[@kim7343]

Another great video, Michelle. I like your frankness and thoroughness. I started using Espoma products this year also. I found they are not a bad price, especially for organic. I also started using Alaska fish emulsion for nitrogen and Alaska Morbloom for phosphorus and potassium for a more fast acting fertilizer. If I had kept up better with fertilizing I could probably tell how well they work...lol. Biochar seems to be something that some gardeners swear by. MIGardener has a video on how to make your own using hardwood lump charcoal and crushing it up and soaking it in compost tea. I was going to try that next.

[@kim7343]

Oh and thanks for mentioning about the pine shavings for mulch. I was looking for something other than straw.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You're welcome. I didn't know about Morbloom, I'll check it out. I have used the emulsions before. Biochar is something I want to learn. Thx for the lead.

[@tinamarie6076]

I got a vego…olive green. I’m going to set it up in the 8’x2’x17” configuration. It will be used for flowers.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

That's awesome. It will be gorgeous 😍. Happy Gardening!

[@FlickerHill]

Great video again! Thanks for the shout out!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are welcome! Thank you for the inspiration!

[@FlickerHill]

@@michelleinthemeadow ahh too kind! I'm so late posting an updated garden tour, trying to finish it tonight. We are now into full swing of harvesting and canning and I'm exhausted 😂 Joys of having a season half as long as you, have to cram it all in at once! 😆

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Ready set garden, done! LOL.

[@wilma6181]

I really like your frank comments about the products. I am 72 and am currently looking as it is getting harder to bend over. Pain is not my friend.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for the compliment. I really want to do my best to give all the relevant information I can. Of course there are always new questions that no one has asked. LOL. Thanks for watching. Happy gardening and good luck with your selection. If you choose one of these Brands I would appreciate your clicking on my referral Link.

[@Angie-ci1lp]

You’re not a sale out I purchased one of each too! I wanted to see the difference (in case I wanted another) Thank you for your updates I enjoyed ALL your videos.I can’t find an American made one either. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙏🏽❤️🙏🏽

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You are so welcome! Thank you.

[@oldmate9747]

The edging on the birdies, is not a long term solution. I have 4 of these for about 10 years. The edging perishes in the sun, and generally does not stay on after a time. If I did again I would put some silicon on the metal before installing the edges. To be honest I don't understand why they don't just put a double safety edge on the metal during manufacture.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Old Mate thank you for sharing your experience. I definitely will be keeping an eye on the edging for both beds. Supposedly Birdies has made some updates recently, but again time will tell how it holds up. That is an interesting idea about making the edge safer during production. Thank you for watching and happy gardening.

[@megrandmomjean5019]

If that creek rises high enough to encompass those beds, the water would seep through the screw holes & be taken up systemically by your veggies.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

That is true, fortunately so far, we've not had it rise that high for the veggie beds.

[@shinsanhughes629]

And if the water did come that high I think you'd have more problems around the house than a bit of water seeping through the screw holes - which are mostly sealed by the screws.

[@vickidavis2787]

I’m a Newbee at gardening. I plan to do a small herbal raised bed with maybe 1 plant like zucchini. I’d like a step by step how to fill a 30” raised bed. Thanks so much!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for asking. I'll have a video out soon about that.

[@lindajordan6498]

Yes you can purchase new edging from Vego since they had it I did not call epic gardening

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Good to know! Thank you. Epic does sell extra edging now, too.

[@davidfrisken1617]

A great video.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching.

[@karenfryerenjoylifeaustralia]

In Australia we like to use sugarcane or Lucerne mulch

[@michelleinthemeadow]

I love that idea, sugarcane mulch doesn't seem to be readily available here. Maybe I need to grow my own Sugar Cane Patch and make my own mulch LOL.

[@TheMalcolms7]

The birds are always getting involved in the filming lol 😆

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Always. And even more lately. I like filming early when I can, and they're all about finding that early grub. Thanks for watching!

[@TheMalcolms7]

@@michelleinthemeadow lol my neighbour has chickens. They have the noisiest rooster ever 🐓 I'm sure he hates me filming 😂

[@michelleinthemeadow]

How do they know? LOL. I'm convinced the crows are responding as if I'm talking to them.

[@TheMalcolms7]

@@michelleinthemeadow you know what. I feel the same way 😅 I wonder if some studies have been done in this topic because it should be an interesting read. Talking to chickens 🐔 😂

[@grahamecoker6083]

The Birdie is made by bluescope colourbond and will last a life time.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Wow. Great to know. Thanks.

[@myheartcries9906]

Thanks for the reviews. I want to get at least 1 for starts. Also, I'm in N Fla too. I'm a new sub and will look forward to learning from your videos. Do you know any other youtubers in Florida? I did find "wild Floridian"? I can't remember exactly what her name is. I just think it would help me learn more from "local" growers.✌🍅 TFS, Lori

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Hey Lori. Not too many that I've found, yet. Geeky Gardens is in North Cental FL. If I recall more I'm happy to share.

[@rebeccaritter8054]

Study up on electro culture. It increases the yield a lot.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for sharing,. I will be looking up more about that, my first reading sounds very interesting.

[@raeleenrobinson5749]

Your video is put together very well, I was wondering about the towers on your patio, where are they from. ? Do they ship to Australia?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you. Welcome to the channel! Those are Greenstalks. I'm unsure if there are Aussie stockists, but the corporate website is here: greenstalkgarden.com/ good luck

[@robertmckee8453]

RE: cedar wood (if anyone was wondering).. It’s very expensive. I may make a cedar frame for the top of my metal planter(s) when I buy one.. Not in contact with dirt I think the wood would last at least 15 years (maybe a lot longer .. since I’ve only had mine 10y). In contact with dirt (in Atlanta), lasts 5-9 years.. I built 2 planters, both needed repair before 10y (they had legs, and even though used 1” thick cedar, the bottom still rots out). The side boards rot too where dirt touches (and/or bugs are eating the wood).

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for sharing. I suspected about a 10 year usable life for a cedar garden bed. I am working on some comparisons between metal and wood. Happy Gardening!

[@robertmckee8453]

I just remembered something.. When I bought the cedar (all they sold was western cedar), the guy said 2y in contact with dirt. But my 2-planters lasted 7-10y (depending on the exact definition of ‘lasted”). Or maybe it depends on the environment (the bugs & the soil).

[@johnpollard744]

What variety of avocado do you have in your backyard? Love the channel. I am south of you in Green Cove Springs.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

We have a Mexicola Avocado, in Zone 9B. It is supposed to be hardy to 26 degrees -- but if it is budding - it still needs protection.

[@tilu3303]

Have you compared them to the Hopkins Hidden Homestead Raised Beds?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Great question. I haven't. I'll have to look those up. Thanks.

[@Scorbittphotography]

Thanks Michelle,just the review I have been looking for. My dad is 85 and still gets around pretty good. You would never know he is 85 though 😊and he loves to garden. I was planning on getting him a couple of beds since his wooden beds are starting to rot. I know you prefer the taller 32” range beds, but do you find that they are too tall for the larger crops such as tomatoes, and cukes? Those are his go to crops. Of do you think the shorter beds (17” range) would be a little better for the taller plants?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Great question. Thanks for watching. For indeterminate tomatoes I would be more likely to go with the shorter bed. I had cakes in mine last year with the trellis and it was perfectly OK at that height. Even indeterminate tomatoes could be manage with lower and lean methods. I hope that helps.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

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[@mikel4510]

Facebook marketplace almost always has someone trying to get rid of free or cheap firewood.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Yes indeed and now after Hurricane in the Southeast has some options on the curb pretty soon.

[@Yankee_Doodle_Stacker]

I love these metal beds but the trellises that Vego sells for them cost more than my 17" beds! That is ABSURD.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

They are pricey. I'm looking into alternatives, too, to test out. Any other suggestions?

[@kaybegley9566]

what kind of landscape fabric do you use? All the landscape fabrics weren't performing well. the weeds peek through soon after i put them down.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you. I missed adding the link in the description. DeWitt SBLT4300 Sunbelt Ground Cover Weed Barrier, 4-Feet Width by 300-Feet Length a.co/8REG9xv

[@andreastrauss7438]

Want to have a taller raised bed so that hedgehog can't climb sides. Can we elevate it a little more eg on cinder blocks?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

If you did that you'd have to build some kind of a platform, I think. The sides of the garden bed wouldn't support just being lifted up on blocks all the way around. I wonder if netting of some kind would keep them out?

[@karensabolcik2511]

Does the pine flakes blow away? I am thinking of switching my Guinea pigs to the pine flakes from tractor to then use in the garden n compost pile.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Great question - I thought they may at first, but even in stormy and windy conditions they haven't blown out. Time will tell if they affect the soil, but so farm I am SUPER happy. Thanks for watching and happy gardening.

[@blubb5087]

"I found it difficult even at 5'7""...so does that mean an actual tall person will be able to reach it? :D I'm 6'3"

[@michelleinthemeadow]

LOL. Well, maybe. Depends on how long your arms are, LOL. Thanks for the chuckle.

[@chelseacavener7848]

How do you like your vertical planter?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Hey chelsea, great question if you're referring to the green stalks I really do like them. Though they are underutilized at the moment. I'm looking forward to getting them planted out for the fall and winter though. I hope to make a video on them on the future after I've had some time under my belt to experiment with them. Thanks for watching and happy gardening.

[@houndar1]

Are you doing your own worm composting?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Hey Michael, thank you for watching. I am working on that, though, I've had some recent failures that I will cover in a video one day in the near future.

[@jeaninecelayeta3370]

I live in Northern California and Bale of straw cost $16.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Wow. $16. Last time I priced it, here was 9 I think. Thanks for sharing.

[@CherylSalvati]

is your rotator cuff healed now?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thank you for asking. Yes. I am doing well. I'm still rebuilding my strength, but the shoulder is healed.

[@Yankee_Doodle_Stacker]

oh this is hilarious. So if its a vego bed and you damage it you wont give it a shot of rustoleum. But if its Birdies you ADD FLEX TAPE TO HELP IT? Oh yeah thats a fair test. LMAO!

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Hey Vincent. Thanks for that perspective. These experiments are not in a lab setting. And It's definitely not apples to apples. But if I do use rustoleum, then I can't determine if the rust continues or if it's limited to just where I scratched it. Not sticking down the Birdies edge means it frustrates me while I'm gardening. The two are not comparisons from my perspective. I do appreciate the consideration. Thanks for watching. What's growing in your area now?

[@alexcowie4678]

Can either of these planters be converted to self watering planters?

[@michelleinthemeadow]

That is an amazing question. My first answer is probably so, but I have not built any self-watering planters, so I would need to re-familiarize myself with the physical setup. But I can't think of any reason why not.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

And I assume you're referring to sub irrigation plant watering. Is that right?

[@alexcowie4678]

Thanks for answering my question so promptly. Yes I was referring to S.I.P watering. I live in a retirement village in Australia and we are renovating the village garden and the manager likes the birdies planter and favours the S.I.P system. Will pass on your info and hopefully he will enjoy your videos as much as I am.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

@@alexcowie4678 thank you. That may make a fun video. I'm going to research. And the Birdies would certainly make an attractive bed for that too.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

@@alexcowie4678 I caught up on my general knowledge of SIP beds last night.

[@Crankinstien]

Your wife suggested???

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Yes.

[@karensabolcik2511]

Do u know off hand if these raised beds being metal will be okay in the valley in Arizona? I believe I’m zone 9b but the triple weather outside from end of April til end of Oct sometime mid Nov I’m worried something may happen to them or the soil while waiting to plant again

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Hi Karen, welcome to the channel. I think they will be A-OK. The Birdies are in use all around Australia, and Vego is located in Houston and have test farms there. While I'm no expert gardener, I do think especially because of the hot dry climate that a good thick mulch will be important, and likely as you're able - keep the soil watered occassionally so it doesn't become hydrophobic. Thanks for watching.

[@karensabolcik2511]

@@michelleinthemeadow Ty for rhe feedback. I really love these raised gardens aka the ease of install and looks and how high they are

[@michelleinthemeadow]

You're welcome. Me, too.

[@EC-dz4bq]

intro is a bit long, thanks for the comparison.

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Thanks for the feedback. You're welcome.

[@billsalmon9562]

Way way way to high

[@michelleinthemeadow]

Too tall or too pricy?