Eartheasy Cedar Garden Beds Review

Eartheasy gifted me these cedar garden beds to review. All opinions are my own.

During the 18 month backyard ADU building process, we didn’t have a backyard. While we missed the ability to even walk out our back door, we also missed having a backyard area. But what I missed the most was my garden. I never had a big garden, but that space and the serenity it offers (most of the time) were missing. I kept holding my breath to get my cedar raised beds and start planting more. So, now, I can finally share my Eartheasy reviews of their raised beds and cedar planters.

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I’d previously had big pots for gardening in the backyard (see them in my gardening accessories post). They were great, but I wanted more space and the ability to add in drip irrigation.

When we started working with our landscaper on the backyard, my first and biggest concern was my garden and the garden beds. They didn’t have to be fancy; I knew they wouldn’t be HUGE; but they were the most important thing to me.

Working with the space we had, he planned out 2 beds, each 8 feet by 2 feet. Though he offered to build them, I’d had my eye on the Eartheasy natural cedar beds. They’re made in the US and coated with a non-toxic waterproof sealant, so I don’t have to worry about them staining with watering or contaminating my garden.

Since I was nervous about assembling them myself (which we didn’t end up doing!!), I wanted something easy to assemble.

Cedar Raised Garden Bed Kits

I know there are options for building your own planter beds, but we don’t have the tools; I don’t have the experience; and I didn’t have the biggest urge (I had no urge) to build them myself. I just wanted to garden!

Though the product page promises that the beds “assemble in minutes, no tools required,” I scrolled down product reviews for some real talk.

And the reviews backed up the statement! Easy to assemble. When the bed pieces showed up (economically packaged in boxes to eliminate any extra space/weight), it took less than an hour to put them together!

How long do these Cedar Planter Beds Last?

Eartheasy offers a 3 year warranty on the beds, or a 5 year warranty if you get the trim kit (the supportive corner pieces). I think those corner pieces really make these beds look sleek, but they offer wonderful, if not necessary, support too.

Reviews from people who own these beds, say they last longer than 5 years. It depends on drainage and how humid/moist your climate is!

There’s also something to be said about “lasting.” Wood can last and hold in a garden for quite some time. Wood wears with age, however, so often its lifetime is also dependent on if it’s treated (Eartheasy offers this ECO wood treatment that’s actually VOC-free), how moist the wood is much of the time, and how dry the climate is.

A quick note of the wood treatment. We didn’t use it when we installed our beds; I think they didn’t even have it at the time (I can’t remember). Cedar naturally turns a light gray, wood color over time. This treatment doesn’t prevent that (it’s a natural treatment to protect, not a stain to seal). All the reviews rave about how well the product helps with longevity of wood, however!

What sizes do these beds come in?

The beds we got are 8’x2’x22″. Our landscaper selected the width and length, and I opted for a taller height to avoid having to bend over too much. You do still have to bend over, however, so weeding isn’t as carefree as I’d imagined. I usually get out my knee pad and am on me knees for this height. I think it’s still infinitely easier than a lower, bed however!

You can make the beds into a variety of measurements/shapes. Widths vary between 2,3, and 4 feet. Lengths range from 2-20 feet. And height options are 5.5″, 11″, 16.5″, 22″, 27.5″, and 30″. Not all combinations are available, but most are.

They also offer L-shaped, U-Shaped, and elevated options – so many raised bed options!! All your bases are covered.

I basically love everything on the Eartheasy website now. I discovered mosquito dunks and how to use them – we have no more mosquitos!! And a few of their items are even in my favorites for best gifts for gardeners!

Sustainable Garden Beds

Here’s the thing. I’m on the opinion that any sort of food grown in your garden is great – and sustainable! If you’re really trying too take it to the next level, however, using organic soil, organic composts, and natural garden beds are best.

When it comes to making your home more sustainable, these all hit the marks! I’m also a huge believer that growing food helps you appreciate the time and energy spent into what you buy at the markets. This is all part of the process of avoiding food waste and eating seasonally!

Be sure to read our whole backyard remodel experience and see the final ADU design!