Metal Raised Garden Beds
Metal raised garden beds are a smart investment for your gardening experience, helping to improve your soil quality, ensuring good drainage, and making it easier to keep weeds and pests away. They also can give you a head start on the growing season, which is great for Australia's varied weather.
SHAPESCAPER steel planters are the perfect idea for both landscapers and DIY gardeners looking for a raised garden bed. Their modular design allows increased flexibility and are typically supplied without bases to allow for free draining. Planters can be supplied with custom bases and feet suitable for rooftop and patio installations.
Our REDCOR® planter boxes are manufactured in Australia by Bluescope Steel and have a rusty finish that adds both character and a modern feel to your garden.
Our products are 100% Australian-owned and manufactured.
Why Shapescaper Products
SHAPESCAPER products are made to support your landscape ideas. We design all our products for longevity and ease of installation. Meeting the diverse needs of every customer is a point of pride for the team at Landscape Engineering.
All our products are manufactured in-house at our local Melbourne factory. This gives us control over the quality of our end products, ensuring they perform as intended.
We use high quality Australian-made BlueScope® Steel to manufacture our products and take pride in supporting the local industry and local staff.
- Our products are perfect for both DIY and professional landscapers.
- All materials are Australian-made and of the best quality.
- All required parts are supplied and can be assembled with common tools.
- Components are pre-drilled making alignment easy and installation quick and simple.
- Our products come with a 10-year structural warranty.
- Choose from a range of shapes and sizes to suit your needs.
Benefits & Features of Metal Raised Garden Beds
There are many benefits of metal raised garden beds, which also apply to metal planter boxes.
1. Improved Soil Quality
One of the biggest advantages you gain with a metal raised garden bed or planter box is the ability to completely control the soil you use. Unlike planting directly into the ground, where you're stuck with whatever the local soil is like – be it sandy, clay-heavy, or just plain tired – you get to create the perfect environment for your plants from scratch. This means you can mix in plenty of compost and organic matter, giving your veggies and flowers the best possible start.
2. Better Drainage
One of the most significant advantages of using metal raised garden beds is the superior drainage they offer. Because the soil is contained within the bed and elevated above the surrounding ground, excess water can flow away freely. This prevents the soil from becoming waterlogged, which is a common issue in traditional in-ground gardens, especially in areas with heavy clay soil or poor natural drainage.
3. Easier Weed and Pest Control
One of the significant advantages of using metal raised garden beds or steel planters is the simplified approach to managing weeds and pests. The contained nature of these beds acts as a natural barrier, making it much harder for invasive grasses and weeds from surrounding areas to creep in. Furthermore, the elevated height of your raised garden bed presents a physical obstacle for many common garden pests like slugs and snails.
4. Accessibility and Ergonomics
For many keen gardeners, especially as the years go by, the physical demands of tending to a garden can become a bit much. Bending down to plant, weed, or harvest can put a real strain on your back and knees. This is where raised garden beds truly shine. By elevating your garden, you significantly reduce the need to stoop or kneel, making the entire experience far more comfortable and accessible. You can even tailor the height of your beds to suit your personal needs, ensuring you can garden without discomfort.
5. Extended Growing Season
Metal raised garden beds offer a distinct advantage when it comes to extending your gardening calendar. Because the soil within them heats up more quickly in the spring and retains that warmth for longer into autumn, you can get your plants in the ground earlier and keep them growing later in the year. This means you're not as restricted by the cooler months.
6. Weathering Steel
Weathering steel, often recognised by its distinctive rust-like appearance, offers a unique aesthetic for your garden. This material develops a stable, protective patina over time, which means it won't continue to rust away. This natural coating acts as a barrier, significantly extending the lifespan of your raised garden beds. It’s a popular choice for those who appreciate a contemporary look that evolves with the seasons.