

Our original line of Birdies beds are made from Aluzinc galvanized steel and then further powder-coated with a non-toxic paint. Read More: Sizing Chart and Soil Requirements This flexibility allows you to customize your raised bed to your exact growing space. Many of our most popular models are modular in design, coming with 4 corner panels and 6 side panels.īecause of this paneled design, you can achieve different dimensions when constructing your bed, simply by arranging the side panels differently. No Contamination: Unlike low-grade plastic, chemically treated wood, or poorly manufactured copycats, Birdies Aluzinc steel does not leach or break down over time in any significant way, meaning these beds are completely safe to grow food in. These will outlast even the highest-quality wooden raised beds with no fading over time. Rust and Corrosion Resistant: Aluzinc is two to seven times more effective against rust and corrosion than standard galvanized coatings. Lightweight and Strong: Aluzinc galvanized 25-gauge steel is lightweight but strong, lasting four to seven times longer than standard wooden beds. They also allow for better soil life, drainage, and root growth.Įasy to Assemble: Put your bed together with nuts, bolts, and washers for an easy no-tool construction, keeping your bed sturdy and safe from bowing. Then, beds are powder-coated with a food-safe, non-toxic paint for a beautiful, long-lasting aesthetic.Ĭustomizable: Each bed comes with 4 corner panels and 6 side panels, allowing for customized assembly into 1 of 6 different dimensions.ģ0" (76.2cm) Tall: Compared to most metal beds at 12" (30.48 cm) tall or less, these beds offer improved pest resistance and season extension. We use a galvanization process three times stronger than most cheaper, copycat competitors on the market. Contact us via phone or email, browse our site or come and see us at our Auckland store.Metal Raised Bed Assembly & Additional Product Informationīirdies beds are made from cold-rolled galvanized steel with an Aluzinc coating, ensuring durability and longevity under all environmental conditions. See our range of wheelbarrows, garden bags, power tools and garden tools. Water thoroughly and add mulch from around the garden.Īt Trade Tested, we help you nurture your green thumb and manage your yard work. Add starter fertiliser and cover with more dirt.ħ. Plant your native cuttings or exotic seeds. Fill the bed with soil and compost to roughly 2 to 3 inches from the top of the frame.Ħ.

Dig out any dirt until it sits evenly on all sides.ĥ. Check its position using a levelling tool. Construct your garden box using the Trade Tested supplied screws and your electric drill.Ĥ. Turn the soil under the bed area with a pitchfork to increase the drainage for your raised gardens.ģ. Make sure you prepare the earth with a sod cutter or hoe. Keep in mind how much direct sunlight your plants will need.Ģ. Choose the right location for your raised garden bed. We include the steel panels and self-drilling screw accessories, so all you need is an electric drill.ġ. NZ elements won’t rust or corrode your raised beds, due to the galvanised steel construction. Maintain pest control effectively thanks to the 41-cm high walls of our planter boxes. Gardening beds provide the ideal drainage and earth conditions for root development.

View our available colours of ironsand, green, or wood finish. NZ-owned Trade Tested supplies garden boxes in a variety of sizes to suit your needs and space.
