How To Build An Elevated Raised Garden Bed - DIY Planter Box With Free Plans

[@markchapman2082]

Nice to see a quality designed project using cedar and pocket holes. Best Mark

[@dipohtcdesireeye4112]

Like it? ... I LOVE it ...my wife has been asking for an elevated bed this Spring, will be making this for her and you bet she’ll love me forever 😂👍...thanks for making this video 😊🙏

[@DeesYard]

😅😂🤣 She will love you forever!!! You're welcome 😊

[@mariekoperski2137]

I love this! Thank you so much. Suggestions on how to avoid the design problem on the corners?

[@3er328]

Nice job, I’m a G.C. and carpenter , I like what you did, I’m gonna copy you, suggestion, stop working on the ground, 2 adjustable saw horses and a cheap 28 or 30” hollow core door makes a good but light weight work table and if you don’t leave it in the direct weather it will last quite a while, believe me, if you keep working like that it’s going to take a tole on your body and soon.

[@guermeisterdoodlebug7980]

Not only a nice planter project, but great job with the video, kept it moving without a lot of unnecessary stuff.

[@DeesYard]

Thanks!!

[@paulpetersen8146]

Thanks Dee. The planter came out great. My wife is VERY happy. Took a pic, but don't know how to share it here.

[@A_Cunning_Linguist]

"I fail all the time, it means nothing." Gene Simmons. 💪🏻😎 Wicked vid, also saved your self watering vid for my go to! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@cheflorenzo4491]

Very well done! You may not be a carpenter but you certainly have talent. I love your style and your videos. Thank you.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!! 😊

[@waterwrites]

You are terrific!!! Thanks for the great information!!!!!!!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!

[@froggyfur1954]

Smart lady, you can't imagine how much this will mean to you many years down the road. I wish I had started making raised beds while I was still able-bodied.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you! 😊

[@USMC.OIF.Vet.]

Very clean presentation😃

[@DeesYard]

Thank you so much 😊

[@offroadingandoverlanding3167]

Excellent job

[@jeremysmith9696]

I love that you left in the sounds even in fast forward!! nice

[@DeesYard]

Haha thank you!!

[@butette]

Another great tutorial! You would probably make a good teacher.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@CM_STILL_PLAYING]

Well done! You ARE a carpenter! Loved it

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!

[@srehbaum460]

Just what we've been looking for --- thanks - we're going to get ours started!!! Good VIDEO!!!

[@DIYBuilt]

Nice large flower box👍, very detailed video, thanks so much for sharing. New friends here

[@DeesYard]

Hi 👋👋 Absolutely!! Thank you so so much 😊

[@DIYBuilt]

Dee's Yard No problem, looking forward to more incredible content

[@tammyleitte520]

It’s beautiful! I love the contrast of colors!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@MauriceMasdeu]

great build. You gave me some good ideas. Well done

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@TheWomanofyahweh]

Love it beautifullly done ty for sharing

[@garybright9947]

Good job 👍 👍

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Gary 😊

[@61mhall]

Well done Dee! Thanks much for sharing.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!!! 😊

[@jerryodell1192]

Very cool project👍 Super cool chopsaw😎

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Jerry 😊

[@palehorse5275]

Damn even a list of material's. I have been looking for two days at plans and ideas. So you are the winner! I officially plan on stealing your plans. Love the miter saw too. I have one just like it.

[@larrystone5749]

Good video enjoyed it Be safe God Bless

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@cliff5240]

Great job! Subscribing as I love woodworking and gardening -- Indiana

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@makwanasanjay]

Amazing work.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@fishingwithvance]

Nice job. Good luck on KZbin. Enjoyed the video.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@GhostRider-fz1ij]

Thank you so much for your great plans! I made one box that followed your plans and two that were about half size. We just started harvesting. My kids have enjoyed it as much as me! Thank you!!!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you so much for sharing this!!! I appreciate your feedback!! My kids have been enjoying harvesting as well and I love the fact it's in the perfect height 😁

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[@jettanderson9828]

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[@destinybrakebill8970]

You go girl!

[@billmoore6688]

Great job. You could fool me about not being a carpenter. I like the design too

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Bill 😊

[@dorothyv2863]

I have to say I am so impressed with this! You say you are not a carpenter, but girl, man you worked magic! I wish you could come make me one of these! The only thing I have is a drill, and I don't really know how to use it (plus my husband won't let me lol)! Great job!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you so much!!

[@lauraharvey7424]

Beautiful❤

[@jessicandennis]

This is beautiful and I learned a lot! Thank you for the video!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@jonnyyuma5327]

Great 👍🏼 💡 idea thank you!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@christopherduncan4033]

Outstanding with the list of materials used! Well done

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Christopher 😊

[@thebusybrownangel5829]

Great job! Awesome choice in size! You can get a lot of plants in there. Hopefully you’ll get a nice fall harvest.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you. I just watched your tip on training melons on a trellis!! I love that and will definitely give it a go 😊

[@thebusybrownangel5829]

Dee's Yard Great! Post a video when you do. I’d love to see your progress. 💚

[@DeesYard]

I will for sure 😊

[@eldorawillie6108]

I love your raised bed garden and I wish I could build one like that my self you are brilliant to build this box yourself CONGRATULATIONS!!🙏🙏

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Eldora 😊

[@eldorawillie6108]

Good morning Dee how are you ? Hope you are enjoying your day and your gardening. You are very welcome! You did a very great job putting the raised box up. Again I say CONGRATULATIONS YOU ARE BRILLIANT. You are a young lady enjoy your life! Have a great day! 🙏🙏👍👍

[@DeesYard]

@@eldorawillie6108 Good Morning Eldora, I am doing well, thank you! I hope you are also. Thank you kindly for all your nice words 😊 Have a great day!!

[@eldorawillie6108]

Dee you are very welcome! 🙏🙏👍

[@imhumb1265]

It’s gorgeous!!!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@fionawilliams1627]

This is amazing, thank you so much for this comprehensive video, I will be using this DIY this spring to make my elevated beds.

[@manmaycreations]

wonderful work and thanks for uploading a great video !!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you kindly 😊

[@javiertorres9114]

Nice 👍🏼

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@CA2CAoutdoors]

Starting this today!

[@tobedetermined4180]

Simply awesome! Thank you for the very detailed explanation!

[@DeesYard]

Absolutely!! Thank you for watching 😊

[@tobedetermined4180]

Dee's Yard my pleasure! We are your 160 new subscriber 👍🏻

[@DeesYard]

@@tobedetermined4180 Awesome 🙌

[@KoiRun50]

This is such a great idea. Incredible number of (well deserved) views.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!! 😊

[@greeneryeveryday5699]

@@DeesYard can u teach best time for pruning

[@phyllisbruce213]

Just made these boxes! We used two legs on each long side in addition the the corners. They are gorgeous and I can’t wait to get them planted. We also made a bed only six inches deep and will use pond liner and grow bags. Cut legs down 10” for a more proportioned look. Much better for me than getting on the ground. Thanks so much for the plans!

[@phyllisbruce213]

Oops, forgot to mention we saved a bundle by making the boxes only 24” instead of 32”. Using 12’ cedar that gave us the end pieces.

[@DeesYard]

Hi Phyllis 👋 Thank you so much for sharing! Great adjustments for your personal needs and awesome advice!! I've been harvesting my fall crops now and this has been a very enjoyable experience gardening off the ground. Enjoy!

[@phyllisbruce213]

@@DeesYard Dee, how are you doing with watering this spring/summer? I am using drip but water starts running out at 5 minutes. My plants are clearly not getting enough.

[@DeesYard]

Hi Phyllis 👋 we've had a ton of rain so I haven't had to water much but my water doesn't run out like that. It might be because it's only 6 inches deep? I'm really not sure but after 5 mins of running drip that shouldn't be happening.

[@phyllisbruce213]

@@DeesYard thanks Dee. The beds are 18” deep. Those are the ones that drip. The 6” bed is lined so my grow bags get watered from the bottom. I’m thinking I need to water morning and night. Perhaps if I keep the soil well hydrated it can hold more wAter. Such a classroom I have out there.

[@debrasmith307]

This is exactly what I wanted. Looks so nice, clean & perfect

[@trixie1636]

I LOVE how this looks 😍 we want to make one for a little pond I am putting together. But I can’t find anythinggg online about how to build one. I need to make sure the inner base can hold all the weight 😩

[@syd379]

We want raised for same reasons but also because otherwise our dogs WILL go rooting in there 😂 I plan to make these on a cool fall day to make sure they’re ready for early spring planting! Thank you so much!

[@DeesYard]

Good thinking!! Thank you 😊

[@BAMAGIRLTNWX]

I live in middle Tennessee in Wilson County and I’m about to make your raised garden bed! I’m adding a retractable greenhouse top to it so I can grow year round. Thank you for this video and love your channel!!!

[@DeesYard]

Hey neighbor 👋... great idea!! Thank you 😊

[@BAMAGIRLTNWX]

@@DeesYard are you by chance on Instagram?

[@DeesYard]

@@BAMAGIRLTNWX Yes @ Dees_yard

[@philipkrauss4988]

U r amazing and I like your project. Who cares that you made a mistake

[@DeesYard]

😆😅 Thank you kindly 😊

[@Kid617]

I like this especially how u did the legs but with prices and shortage of wood what other kind of wood can u use

[@paulpetersen8146]

Dee, the soil and plants are in. Do you have an idea to keep the deer from getting at them?

[@jarmstrong2843]

Nice job. As a suggestion for those who do not own a jig for drilling holes. a good carpenters glue like Titebond III and some clamps should provide a sturdy elevated garden box in the tongue and groove parts of the boards. Use galvanized or decking screws. Don’t use steel nails or screws since they rust easily and leave dark marks on the wood as they corrode. Don’t use pressure treated lumber since you don’t know what bad chemical were put into the wood as preservatives and them have them leach into the garden soil.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊 Great info 👍

[@jimbrockmann9756]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJfYZYd_gryUfpY pressure treated wood.

[@conspirasarie]

Looks great! Nice job!! I made a super deep chunky style one similar to this. I made so many mistakes. Keep up the good work:)

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@schutztruppe]

instead of that type of wood could you use varnish or exterior paint to prevent wood decay?

[@SkillCollectors]

Keep making videos!

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@brittanymiller2429]

Great video, I'm going to try to re-create this. Would you be able to link where you got your railings?

[@veronicagillies6172]

Thanks!

[@shenikacierra9318]

This is awesome. I wish I had the skill lol

[@DeesYard]

Thank You Shenika Cierra! You have the skill 😁

[@sbentley9086]

Thank you for your video! do you have drawings/plans to follow? Please let me know

[@DeesYard]

I do not have any plans, only what's on the video. Thank you!!

[@breck112000]

Hi, thank you for sharing your design, it is very nice. What is the name and model of your pocket hole jig?

[@DeesYard]

Thank you! I just know it's a Kreg Pocket Hole jig.

[@Daw78.]

Thank you, Dee.

[@DeesYard]

Absolutely 😊

[@Subba311]

What was the color you used for the legs and top borders?

[@jstuelke]

Your video is great. Would this work for a four foot wide bed (obviously adjusting the end cuts)?

[@DeesYard]

Thank you, 4 feet would be too wide if you plan on keeping the same length and I don't think it would hold up long term with heavy wet soil.

[@jstuelke]

Thank you!

[@sasdcraftkitinstructionalv5006]

Gr8 video! What pocket hole jig are you using?

[@DeesYard]

Thank you! It's a Kreg pocket hole jig.

[@leereedembroidery]

Thank you

[@tklester55]

What size wood did you use for the inside supports so it doesn't bow out? looks like 2 x 4 cedar?

[@loujungbauer4]

what is the size of this bed and if I wamnted it longer is that possible?

[@raywurtz3279]

I like these boxes and will be building some this weekend. I have one suggestion though, use just one screw in the middle of each bottom slat. That will allow the wood to expand and contract which will help prevent it from cracking and splitting.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊

[@ehkartist]

This is a terrific design. I recently had three elevated cedar planter boxes made before seeing this video. Chicken wire and landscape cloth were placed at the bottom instead of the wood planks shown in the video. My contractor said that a cedar wood bottom would rot over time. But the joists he placed below the cloth and chickenwire as support are already failing. He said he would add more joists to stop the bulging. This design seems much better. Are elevated planter boxes supposed to have a wood bottom? I would appreciate suggestions.

[@DeesYard]

Most elevated planter boxes that I've seen have wood slats at the bottom. I've had no issues at all.. I'm sure at some point, all the wood used will rot, but that's far down the road.

[@temujinkhan6326]

would like to see how it looks 3 years after

[@DeesYard]

Sure, check out my garden tours.

[@BreakFreeHomestead]

Saw you siting at 999, congrats on 1K 🤙

[@DeesYard]

Thank you so much 😊

[@edwardcote]

Great project! How do I download plans from video? I subscribed and Liked and still couldn't find the link for plans?

[@DeesYard]

Thank you! Sorry, I don't have a link for the plans. I just have the video and the list in the description box of this video.

[@pishyp]

Watching this and you remember we have the *keep up with the ka.....shians* and you wonder what some people do with their lives😩 Great work though I'll be making this following your instructions 👍

[@DeesYard]

😆 Thank you!

[@bw8515]

Great video. Love your clear instructions.. I have one question. How deep is this garden bed?

[@DeesYard]

Thank you. It's about 17 inches deep.

[@Silverbackra]

this is precisely what I am looking for

[@DeesYard]

Awesome! Happy to have helped 😁

[@dannalboon]

Apologies for the late question but how would the timber slats hold up being exposed to moist soil with only the fabric separating it? Thanks :)

[@DeesYard]

Will it last forever? No, but mine is holding up beautifully so far!!

[@dannalboon]

@@DeesYard I was asking simply because I have nearly completed my own build an was looking for information on how to construct the floor. Your build is awesome and I am hoping mine will do the job. Thanks for your reply ;)

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!!!

[@georgemarkunas9233]

Hi! Another question... I can't find 1 1/2" exterior wood screws to save my life. Aren't you worried about the 1 1/2" screws rusting over time? I'm building this today so I'm going to see what happens with 1 5/8" This box and your video about it are the best I've found, and I've been looking for some time ;)

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊 That should be fine. They are exterior decking wood screws so they don't rust.

[@georgemarkunas9233]

@@DeesYard That's interesting. I'm in upstate NY and no place has 1 1/2" decking screws. I was told by the local lumber yard they aren't available. I wonder if it's a locale thing. Anyway, Thanks again! I have gobs of 1 5/8" decking screws laying around. If this turns out well I'll post a photo ;)

[@tomn5880]

Do you think the boxes could laid 16' x 8' in a U configuration?

[@DeesYard]

Absolutely, as long as you ensure enough support they will do great in that setting!

[@sindsy82]

Awesome design/approach - I've been researching raised bed plans for the past couple of months, and this looks like the one I'm going to go with. 4 of these bad boys (3x6') coming to my rooftop garden! Will send pics 😬

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!!! Good luck 👍 I have 2 more I need to build and may also create a different size.

[@greeneryeveryday5699]

Admiring

[@JT-Lucky-80]

How do you rate the Hitachi mitre saw? I'm in need of a new one and that one tickled my fancy. Great btw, I'll be certain to copy this and claim I learned from an expert 😉

[@DeesYard]

Hi 👋 we love the Hitachi saw.. 8.5 out of 10.. only thing is this is the older model that's been discontinued. They've changed it since.

[@JT-Lucky-80]

@@DeesYard fantastic, thank you for that!

[@teaglet]

How deep is your box?

[@toddthreess9624]

Really nice work. I love the mix of natural and stained/painted pieces. Very slick. You can reduce the number of slats on the bottom of the planter, by about half, if you use a metal mesh, something with gaps of about 3/8".

[@ehkartist]

What type of metal mesh and will that rust over time?

[@srehbaum460]

On your supply list, you indicated 10 1 1/2" screws -- ?? That's less than you used in video - How many did you use for entire project? Thanks!

[@DeesYard]

They are actually #10 x 1-1/2-in Exterior Wood Screws. I believe I picked them up from Lowes in a box with about 120 Screws in it.

[@Shay0777]

what is the height of your bed?

[@georgemarkunas9233]

What do you think of using 6 inch tongue & groove to replace the cedar boards? It's $7 a board cheaper here.

[@DeesYard]

I say give it a go!

[@richardmickiewicz2336]

Excellent video !!! Quick question ... do you have any drainage problems? On another video the person who built one said next time he would use chicken wire/mesh or something like that and then rocks for drainage because the weed control fabric held too much water.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you!! No drainage issues at all over here!! Maybe some weed barrier fabric hold more water than others? I bought the cheapest fabric possible and it's been draining with no issues.

[@criscros829]

Hello. What size screw did you use? I saw it's 1 1/2 length, but what diameter or size? #6 #8 #10 ? Thanks in advance

[@DeesYard]

T25

[@sharryhope4724]

Do you put cardboard on the landscape fabric before filling with soil?

[@DeesYard]

I didn't but, you can totally add cardboard! Great idea!

[@sharryhope4724]

@@DeesYard thanks

[@johncannon5984]

I just came across this video and like the design. I am going to build one this fall. The weeding of a ground level garden has become too much work. A question though, how deep does the bed need to be? We are planning to plant mostly herbs. It seems we could make it more shallow and save a bit of cost and weight. Thoughts?

[@DeesYard]

Absolutely! Most herbs have shallow roots. Anywhere from 10"-12" is preferable for a herb garden! Great idea for savings 👌

[@johncannon5984]

@@DeesYard Thanks for the quick reply. Here is one more for you. I just rank to Lowes. They do not have cedar (maybe online, I haven't checked yet). Were did you get your cedar boards?

[@DeesYard]

I got them from Lowes. Might be a shortage in cedar. I've had friends build raised beds with untreated pine that have lasted 10+ years. Not sure if you want to go that route.

[@mattfryar5171]

What size Kreg screws did you use? I’m building mine today

[@DeesYard]

10 x 1 1/2"

[@mattfryar5171]

@@DeesYard yeah I read the Kreg sheet and for one inch boards use 1 1/2” screws. Thx

[@stat11]

I have a question, you say you use cedar planks for anything that is going to come in contact with soil but you are also putting a liner into the bed. If you run the liner all the way up to the top, could you theoretically swap out the cedar for a cheaper piece of wood instead. Cedar has doubled in price down where I am. Also I am on the water to the Bay (saltwater) so I was wondering if I could go pressure treated with all of the wood? Thoughts?

[@DeesYard]

I, personally won't use pressure treated for any raised garden bed im growing food in. I know there are many people that do, especially because pressure treated wood today is not suppose to have arsenic. I did build this bed prior to the crazy increase in wood prices so I completely understand the cost being way too high right now. I personally would probably consider purchasing an Oval Galvanized Stock Tank to grow in until the wood prices decreased. The liner I used was only weed fabric and is perforated so water moves through it, so that isn't much of a barrier to the wood. I've even had a buddy use just regular pine (not treated) and his raised bed has lasted years with no issues. He just knows at some point he may have to rebuild but as of right now it's sturdy. Hopefully that helps!

[@stat11]

@@DeesYard NO that is awesome news. As I continued my research others have said the same thing. Its too risky to have treated wood anywhere need the soil. I also am thinking of taking ur design to the next level and adding a SIP or self watering system to the bottom of it. How deep was the depth of your garden bed if you dont mind me asking. Thanks again for the speedy reply. This video and the fact that you were thoughtful enough to list the materials is going to save me so much time.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you 😊 That's a great idea. It's 17-18inches deep.

[@stat11]

@@DeesYard perfect. Thanks

[@MosesMLam]

Any issues with drainage due to rain? I've read that some other elevated beds with a similar design hold way too much water. Have you had issues with just using landscape fabric to allow water to drain out?

[@DeesYard]

We get a ton of rain, no issues with drainage at all. I got the cheapest landscape material available (Lowe's) to ensure good drainage. Don't get a heavy duty one.

[@MosesMLam]

@@DeesYard Thanks for the tip! I'll be building one following your design. Hafto say, for "not being a carpenter", you did an excellent job! Looking forward to watching your other videos!

[@DeesYard]

@@MosesMLam Thank you!!! 😊

[@jameskincaid4757]

Is there a funcional reason you made this box 28.5" wide. I would prefer a box closed to 48" wide. Any pitfalls?

[@DeesYard]

Hi James, originally the plan was to make the box 32" wide but, I made a mistake during the build. So I just rolled with what I had. I didn't plan on a build any larger so I am able to comfortably reach over the garden bed (since I'm not accessing it from the back - it's up against a fence). If you plan on building this 48" wide you will definitely have to add more support for the bottom slats to be able to hold that extra weight of soil.

[@gagansaraswat]

Hi can we know the name of the garden fabric used inside the bed

[@DeesYard]

Hello, I'm not sure the brand name. It was the cheapest weed barrier fabric that I could find at either Lowes or Home Depot.

[@gagansaraswat]

@@DeesYard okay thanks it can hold water or not

[@DeesYard]

No, it only holds the soil. Water can still pass through.

[@gagansaraswat]

@@DeesYard thank you 👍

[@homeoftheobsessed1168]

How much did the material cost for a project like this?

[@DeesYard]

Cost of what I paid is in the end of this video, keep in mind this was built/flimed before the cost of materials went up.

[@kevingeorgiades9721]

Good build and video. I would just suggest that you show off the finished piece more either in the beginning or end.

[@DeesYard]

Thank you Kevin 😊

[@kod4150]

She raised my garden bed