Best Choice Products 4x2x1ft Outdoor Raised Metal Oval Garden Bed, Planter Box for Vegetables, Flowers

A: Potting soil is fine which is easily found locally.

A: Yes, I filled mine with tree branches. I also tossed in leaves. Eventually it will break down. I plant annuals so I need very little depth.

A: I have read that it will cost a bundle to fill a garden bed with soil. Use sticks and branches and yard waste as a base, adding topsoil and potting soil for the first several inches.

A: Hello Sonny, yes, rubber bumper is used to protect planter edges.

A: Hello Angela, BCP uses proprietary powder coating to mitigate rust and corrosion. Thank you.

A: Hello Brenda, assembly is required, although very simple and straightforward. Please advise link to manual; https://images.salsify.com/image/upload/s--BN6Pk0O2--/mlzvdsnhrc6l1mxi5xad.pdf

A: Hello Debby, yes, even though tomato roots grow long and deep, this garden bed has enough surface area for healthy cultivation.

A: Hello that sounds like a great idea, however at this time, this option is not available.

A: Hello Karen, this metal garden bed has an open bottom.

A: These planters are made from Stainless Steel which has been powder coated for corrosion resistance and durability.

A: Not recommended, BCP has not tested these garden beds to bear weight of anther stacked bed. May cause damage or personal injury all while voiding warranty.

A: There's a good chance black planter will absorb more heat during hot summer days.