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matthewday

Flower bed

matthewday
10 years ago
Where can I find planter boxes?
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    Scenic Landscape and Design
    10 years ago
    I've used this Cor-ten and other metals for herb and veggie gardens. We paint the interior with Rubberizit non toxic rubber compound. This keeps any metal from leaching into the soil. It's a great product and can be found online.

    Comments (7)

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      Huettl Landscape Architecture
      10 years ago
      You would need to have a local steel fabricator make them out of 1/4" steel. Ask around as prices can really vary.
    • Ana García
      10 years ago
      Please, tell me the heigh of those planters.
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      Huettl Landscape Architecture
      10 years ago
      16" High.
    • longgirl
      10 years ago
      Do steel planters leach into the food or are they safe for edibles? They look fantastic.
    • PRO
      Huettl Landscape Architecture
      10 years ago
      I have not heard of any problems. We all need our iron, right? I might avoid Cor-ten steel as it has other elements in the alloy. It would be good to get some expert opinions. I would think it is certainly safer than pressure treated lumber.
    • Lauren Steiner
      9 years ago

      I was told that regular steel, while cheaper and will eventually rust, would be more likely than Corten to rust and disintegrate. Also, I was told to insulate them with some kind of foam core because we live in LA, and they will be exposed to full sun. Thus they could heat up the soil too much for the vegetables. Any comments from either Huetti or Scenic on this?

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