Cedar vs. metal raised garden beds
See how cedar and metal kits compare on food safety, longevity, and real-world performance.
Read guideNew & Featured Garden Products
Discover what’s new and most loved from Timberlane Gardens — our New & Featured Collection of handcrafted Select Cedar raised garden beds, cedar planters, DIY garden kits, and thoughtful gifts for gardeners. Each piece is handcrafted in Homer Glen, Illinois using sustainably sourced cedar and traditional joinery techniques for real durability and clean, natural design.
- Made in the USA from sustainably sourced Select Cedar
- Handcrafted for durability, beauty, and tool-free assembly
- Perfect for vegetables, herbs, kitchen gardens, and pollinator-friendly plantings
- Designed for real working gardens in short-season and cold-climate regions
From our signature raised beds to our newest eco-friendly garden essentials, every Timberlane Gardens product is built to help you grow confidently — whether you're building an urban patio garden, school garden, or a traditional backyard setup.
Every product is made from sustainably sourced Select Cedar from the Pacific Northwest and left completely untreated — no coatings, no preservatives — so the wood stays natural and safe for growing herbs, vegetables, and pollinator-friendly flowers. To see how we source our cedar and what sustainability means in our shop, visit Sustainability at Timberlane Gardens.
If you're comparing different materials, our gardener-to-gardener guide explains how cedar and metal raised beds perform across the seasons. Read the cedar vs metal comparison.
Directed by Nature. Built by hand. Curated for gardeners who care about craftsmanship and sustainability.
For clear answers on shipping, returns, replacements, and how to reach us quickly, visit our Customer Support & Trust Center.
Free lower-48 shipping on most orders. Alaska & Hawaii may incur a fee based on weight.
One-year warranty on standard products, up to a three-year warranty on premium items, and a 90-day warranty on B-Stock. All warranties include free part replacement and covered shipping costs. Please see each item for full warranty details.
Free lower-48 shipping on most orders. Alaska & Hawaii may incur a fee based on weight.
One-year warranty on standard products, up to a three-year warranty on premium items, and a 90-day warranty on B-Stock. All warranties include free part replacement and covered shipping costs. Please see each item for full warranty details.
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Garden planning resources
Get clear, reliable guidance based on real gardening experience so you can choose the right raised beds with confidence.
Cedar raised garden bed comparison guide
Compare Timberlane Gardens bed sizes, depths, and layouts so you can choose the right setup.
Read guideRaised bed soil calculator & volume guide
Estimate soil volume, bag counts, and mix ideas for any Timberlane Gardens raised bed.
Read guideUltimate raised bed soil guide
A complete, plain-language guide to building and maintaining healthy soil in your raised beds.
Read guidePlant spacing and capacity estimator
Use this guide to estimate how many plants fit comfortably in a raised bed based on real root-space volume, not just square footage. Select how many of each plant you want to grow, and we’ll show you which Timberlane Gardens bed sizes can support them.
Step 1: Choose your plants
Adjust the number of plants in each row. The calculator uses a conservative estimate of cubic feet of root space per plant for tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, green beans, and zucchini/summer squash.
Plant
Cu ft per plant
Quantity
Total cu ft
Determinate tomato
Bush-type, compact habit
1.0
0.0
Indeterminate tomato
Tall vining types, needs staking
2.0
0.0
Bell pepper
Sweet or hot pepper plants
1.0
0.0
Cucumber
Bush or vining cucumbers
1.5
0.0
Green beans
Bush or pole beans, per plant
0.5
0.0
Zucchini / summer squash
Large plants, heavy feeders
2.0
0.0
Total estimated root-space volume needed: 0.0 cubic feet
This is an estimate for root space and comfortable spacing in a raised bed. Actual spacing can vary by variety, pruning style, and how intensively you plant.
Step 2: See which bed sizes can support your plan
We’ll compare your total root-space needs against common Timberlane Gardens raised bed sizes using internal dimensions (mortise-and-tenon joints already accounted for).
Tip: It is usually better to have a little extra space than to overpack a bed, especially for tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and squash.
Collection FAQs
What type of wood do you use?
We use sustainably sourced, 100% untreated Select Cedar grown in the Pacific Northwest here in the USA. It is naturally rot-resistant, durable outdoors, and ideal for long-lasting raised beds and planters. You can read more about how we source our cedar on our Sustainability page.
Are Timberlane Gardens raised beds food-safe?
Yes. Our raised beds are made from pure, sustainably sourced Select Cedar that is naturally rot-resistant and never treated with chemical coatings, sealants, or preservatives. This makes them safe for growing vegetables, herbs, salad greens, and other edible plants. For deeper details on materials and safety, visit our Sustainability page or our cedar vs metal raised garden beds comparison.
Why don’t your beds have a sealant or finish?
Cedar naturally resists rot, decay, and insects, so chemical sealants are unnecessary for most food gardens and can introduce ingredients you don’t want in your soil. Our beds are left bare so they weather naturally, stay food-safe, and can be refreshed or repaired easily. Learn more on our Sustainability page.
Are Timberlane Gardens beds made in the USA?
Yes. Every Timberlane Gardens bed is handcrafted in our small workshop in Homer Glen, Illinois, using Select Cedar grown in the Pacific Northwest. Your purchase supports a small, family-run business and gives you full transparency about what goes into your garden.
What makes Timberlane Gardens beds different from cheaper ones sold online?
Many beds sold through big-box stores and online marketplaces are imported and made from unknown materials, with little detail about coatings, glues, or treatments. Timberlane Gardens beds are built in the USA from untreated Select Cedar, with traditional mortise-and-tenon joinery and replaceable parts. We publish clear information about our materials, warranty, and policies in our Customer Support & Trust Center, and you can see long-term feedback from real gardeners on our All Reviews page.
Are foreign-made raised beds dangerous?
Not every imported bed is unsafe, but many are made from pressure-treated wood, painted composites, or coated metals that may contain chemicals you would not want near food, such as arsenic, formaldehyde, or heavy metals. Because manufacturing standards and disclosure vary, it is often hard to know what you are getting. We build with untreated Select Cedar and publish our material details openly. For comparisons, see our cedar vs metal raised garden beds guide.
How do I choose the right raised garden bed size, depth, and layout?
We created a complete guide that explains common bed sizes, ideal depths for different crops, interior soil dimensions, layout planning, and long-term durability. You can read it here: Complete Cedar Raised Bed Comparison Guide.
How much soil do I need for my raised bed?
Soil volume depends on your bed’s length, width, and depth. We built a full guide and interactive calculator that shows cubic feet, cubic yards, and estimated bag counts for every Timberlane Gardens size. You can use it here: Raised Bed Soil Calculator & Volume Guide.
Are Timberlane Gardens raised beds easy to assemble?
Yes. Our mortise-and-tenon design is completely tool-free and goes together in seconds. The cedar rails slide into place and lock with solid oak pegs, so most customers can assemble a bed in just a few minutes without power tools.
Do you ship nationwide?
Yes. We ship across the continental United States, with a carrier surcharge for Alaska and Hawaii. Every order includes tracking, and each product page displays current production and lead times. Local pickup in Homer Glen, Illinois is available on select products. For full details, see our Shipping information page.
Do your products include a warranty?
Yes. Timberlane Gardens products include real warranty coverage: up to 3 years on premium items, 1 year standard on most products, and 90 days for B-Stock. Warranty covers material defects, workmanship issues, and component failures under normal use, with free part replacement and shipping during the covered period. Full details are available on our Warranty page.
What if my item arrives damaged?
If your order arrives damaged, email us right away with your order number and clear photos of the packaging and affected parts. We replace any damaged components promptly so you can get your garden started without delays. You can reach us through our Contact Us page or our Customer Support & Trust Center.
Do you accept returns and exchanges?
Yes. We accept returns and exchanges on most unused items within the time frames listed in our policy. Contact us within 14 days of delivery and ship items back within 30 days. Some custom or modified orders may be excluded. Full details are listed in our Returns & Refunds policy.
Do you accept order cancellations?
Yes, cancellations are accepted within 24 hours of purchase in most cases. After that, your order may already be in production and cancellation may no longer be possible. If you need to cancel, contact us as soon as possible using the information on our Customer Support & Trust Center.
Do you offer discounts?
Yes. Timberlane Gardens offers 15% off for active duty military families and 10% off for veterans, students, and educators. You can see who qualifies and how to redeem your code on our Discounts page.
Timberlane Gardens™
Cedar raised garden bed kits and planters made in the USA. Handcrafted from Select Cedar in Homer Glen, Illinois — sustainably built for lasting beauty, simple tool-free assembly, and organic growing.