How to build a raised garden bed with seating?

[nvelaga]

Hello experts, 

I am total beginner and planning to step up my DIY journey.  

I am planning to setup a raised garden bed with seating options in couple of places. Along with it i am planning to install part of my back yard with decking ( deck with will be partly on concrete slab ). I have attached my plan and the sample raised bed i am considering. 

I am looking for suggestions on how should i plan the project , tools needed and procure materials ? I am finding lot of information over internet and its confusing. 

Thanks in advance

 

[EricL]

Hello @nvelaga 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about building a raised garden bed with seating.

That looks like a fantastic plan, can I please request for a larger picture so that we'll be able to read the text you've placed in. I also suggest looking at these guides - How to build a raised garden by @Adam_W. This has an example of a raised garden bed with a seat attached to the side of the bed. Another example is How to build raised garden bed with seating using timber sleepers? by @CathyEBS. By looking at these two examples, you should be able to get an idea of how you can build your raised garden bed with seats included.

Here is a link for ideas and inspiration: Top 10 most popular raised garden beds.

I propose looking at using 200 x 50mm Sleeper H4 Sienna MicroPro 2.4m. They are used in landscaping and retaining wall applications. They are termite resistant and are suitable for use in vegetable beds and Children’s play areas. In regards to your decking, I propose posting it as a separate project from your raised garden bed. 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric

[nvelaga]

Thanks for taking time and going through my question @EricL 

I will go through your suggestions. Please find the updated plan

[EricL]

Hello @nvelaga 

Thank you for posting that bigger picture. If you can put in some measurements, we'll be able to give you an approximation of how many sleepers you'll need to use for your garden bed. I also suggest looking at seating arrangements and see how you would like to have your seats positioned. 

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric