Most orders ship in 1 business day—some same day. Once shipped, standard delivery typically takes 1-5 business days, with 3 days being average. You'll receive a shipping notification and tracking number to monitor your package every step of the way. You can also check your order status and find your tracking number via your account.

Yes. Transaction security and buyer confidence is of an utmost importance to us.

All sensitive and private payment data exchanged between our site (GardenInMinutes.com) and its users happens over a SSL secured communication channel and is encrypted and protected with digital signatures.

Yes! We ship to AFO/APO addresses for military customers.

However, we do not ship to PO Boxes. Please provide a physical street address at checkout.

Yes, we ship to both Alaska and Hawaii. Most orders ship in 1 business day, with delivery typically taking 5-7 business days. A handling fee applies at checkout based on order total. You'll receive a tracking number to monitor your package every step of the way.

Yes, we ship to Canada! Most orders ship in 1 business day. Once shipped, delivery to Canada typically takes 5-7 business days. All duties and taxes are charged at checkout—no surprise fees at delivery. We provide tracking so you can monitor your package every step of the way.

We ship Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm ET. If your change request is received before noon ET and your order hasn't shipped yet, we can usually accommodate it.

Please note:

• Orders placed before noon may ship the same day (Monday–Thursday)
• Orders placed after noon typically ship the following business day
• We respond to all requests between 9am–5pm ET

The sooner you contact us, the better chance we have of making your requested changes!

Of course! You can find the details of our return and exchange policy here.

Yes. The raised garden bed can be placed on grass, soil, concrete, or pavers.

On grass or soil, the open-bottom design allows roots to grow naturally and excess water to drain as intended.

On concrete or other hard surfaces, the bed works well as-is. Some gardeners choose to add a permeable liner or weed barrier if they want to make moving or repositioning the bed easier in the future, but it’s completely optional.

No. A liner is not required. The raised garden bed is designed to be used without one and provides proper drainage on its own.

If you’re placing the bed on concrete or pavers, some gardeners choose to add a permeable liner or weed barrier to make moving or repositioning the bed easier in the future. When placed on grass or soil, a liner is typically unnecessary.

Assembly time varies by bed size and experience level, but the simplified hardware and setup tips video keeps setup straightforward. Approximate assembly times for the beds are:

• 17" Tall Beds: Largest sizes ~40 minutes. Smallest sizes ~20 minutes
• 32" Tall Beds: Largest sizes ~60 minutes. Smallest sizes ~30 minutes

Times may vary depending on whether you’re assembling solo or with help.

Watch GIM™ Co-founder Bryan assemble a bed below and share tips to save time.

Update since recording: Assembly has been simplified. All garden bed nuts are now flanged, so no washers are needed: just one type of nut and one type of bolt.

The amount of soil needed depends on the size of your garden bed configuration. Below are approximate volumes in cubic feet when filled with soil.

To reduce soil cost and weight, many gardeners use the hugelkultur method—filling the bottom portion of the bed with natural materials that will decompose over time like small logs, branches, sticks, and leaves, then topping with soil.

• For a 17" tall bed, you can fill the first 8" like this.
• For a 32" tall bed, you can fill the 1st half like this

17" Tall Beds - Approximate soil volume by bed size:

• GIM-1: 41.5 cu ft
• GIM-2: 27 cu ft
• GIM-3: 32.5 cu ft
• GIM-4: 21.5 cu ft
• GIM-5: 22 cu ft
• GIM-6: 17 cu ft
• GIM-7: 11.5 cu ft
• GIM-8: 6 cu ft
• GIM-9: 19 cu ft
• GIM-10: 24.5 cu ft
• GIM-11: 22 cu ft
• GIM-12: 14 cu ft
• GIM-13: 13 cu ft
• GIM-14: 12.5 cu ft
• GIM-15: 7.5 cu ft
• GIM-16: 9 cu ft
• GIM-17: 23 cu ft
  

32" Tall Beds - Approximate soil volume by bed size:

• GIM-1: 78.5 cu ft
• GIM-2: 50 cu ft
• GIM-3: 60.5 cu ft
• GIM-4: 40 cu ft
• GIM-5: 41 cu ft
• GIM-6: 31 cu ft
• GIM-7: 21 cu ft
• GIM-8: 10.5 cu ft
• GIM-9: 36.5 cu ft
• GIM-10: 46 cu ft
• GIM-11: 41 cu ft
• GIM-12: 26 cu ft
• GIM-13: 23.5 cu ft
• GIM-14: 23.5 cu ft
• GIM-15: 13.5 cu ft
• GIM-16: 16.5 cu ft
• GIM-17: 42.5 cu ft

Yes. Our raised garden beds are bottomless by design. An open bottom allows excess water to drain naturally, helps prevent oversaturation, and supports healthy soil aeration—key for strong, happy roots.

Beds with closed bottoms or built-in reservoirs can trap water and limit airflow in the root zone, which may lead to root stress over time. We keep things simple so water drains properly, roots can breathe, and plants grow better 🌱

Just about anything. Raised garden beds are great for vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers—from leafy greens and root crops to tomatoes, peppers, berries, and blooms.

To make planting easy, every order includes a plant spacing guide link with over 60 common plants, so you know exactly how much room each plant needs and can make the most of your growing space.

Yes—absolutely! Our metal garden beds are designed to perform well in hot climates and often handle heat better than many other bed materials. Proper airflow, drainage, and soil depth help regulate root temperatures and support healthy plant growth, even during long stretches of summer heat.

We test our beds in real-world conditions—including in our home state of Florida—to make sure they hold up where heat and sun are most intense.

Proposition 65 is a California law that requires warnings on products if they contain trace amounts of certain substances listed by the State of California. These warning thresholds are often much lower than limits set by federal or international health agencies, and the law applies only in California.

A Proposition 65 warning does not mean a product is unsafe. It is intended to provide information so California consumers can make informed purchasing decisions.

You may see Proposition 65 warnings on a wide range of everyday products in California, including building materials, hardware, furniture, packaged foods, and household items.

⚠ WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects.

For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

Does this apply outside California?

No. Proposition 65 applies only to products sold in California. Customers outside California may still see this notice for transparency and consistency across our website.