Outdoor living today Garden In A Box User Manual

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Selecting a Location - Garden Setting or Patio
Walk around your property and make notes of the following:
- sunny spots
- slope of the land
- light blocking trees and high buildings.
Don’t hide your Raised Bed away in a dark corner.
Ensure you have easy access to it.
Place your Raised Bed on a level piece of land with good
drainage. Take into account existing paths and utilities such
as electricity and water.
Having a water supply at hand avoids carrying heavy watering cans from the tap to the raised bed.
Preparing the Ground for a Garden Setting
Level ground beneath the raised bed prior to assembly. Your new Raised Garden Bed will be open on
the bottom which enables plant roots to access soil nutrients below ground level. If there are gophers or
moles in the garden area, lay hardware cloth, rocks or bricks (not included) on the floor of the unit, before
adding soil.
Lay down a sand perimeter base for the Raised Bed frames to sit on if possible. Sand offers excellent
drainage and will make it easier to level bed frames.
The Bed can also be located on almost any flat surface - sand, pebbles/gravel, concrete or asphalt.
Preparing the soil and the sand base beneath the Raised Bed will not be necessary. Consider lining the
Raised Bed with landscape fabric to prevent soil from seeping out. Twenty inches of soil should be plenty
for most types of vegetables and flowers. Please check growing instructions for root depths prior to plant-
ing.
Once the Raised Bed is Assembled - Add Soil
Use a quality soil ideal for growing vegetables, for the top 12 inches (approximately 2 cubic yards or
20 - 25 wheelbarrows). Any soil is suitable for the bottom 8 inches (approximately 1 cubic yard). Or, you
may fill the bottom 8 inches with gravel, pebbles, rocks or wood chips.
Most 1/2 ton pickup trucks can haul 1 cubic yard of top soil if this is an option for you. Consider having
soil delivered as opposed the buying bags by the cubic foot. There are 27 cubic feet in 1 cubic yard.
Fill the Raised Bed to the top of the wood framing (the start of the metal screening).In a few weeks, the
soil will settle/drop about 4-6 inches. Top up if necessary.
Add soil within two weeks of planting. Fertilizer may be required. Check with your local garden growing
expert before adding any fertilizer!
Arranging and Planting Crops
Since requirements vary from region to region on how to arrange and plant crops, we recommend
researching thoroughly before planting.
Important Information for Homeowner
95”
92”
62 3/4”
30 5/8”
30 3/4”
30 5/8”
33 5/8”
Diagonal inside
measurement
is 128”
Front

Outdoor living today Garden In A Box Specifications

General

Brand	Outdoor living today
Model	Garden In A Box
Category	Lawn and Garden Equipment
Language	English

Summary

Homeowner Information for Garden Setting

Selecting a Garden Location

Choose a sunny spot with good drainage, considering slope, trees, and buildings for easy access.

Preparing the Ground

Level the ground, add a sand base for drainage, and consider landscape fabric to prevent soil seepage.

Adding Soil and Fertilizing

Fill with quality soil, top up after settling, and add fertilizer cautiously based on local advice.

Arranging and Planting Crops

Research region-specific planting requirements for optimal crop arrangement and growth.

Greenhouse Cover Care and Handling

Winter Storage and Weather Protection

Remove cover in winter and during severe weather like storms or high winds.

Regular Maintenance and Cleaning

Check fasteners annually and clean cover with mild soap and cloth.

Warranty and Customer Support

Missing or Broken Parts

Contact support within 30 days for free replacement parts.

Product Warranty Details

Covers manufacturing and workmanship defects for one year.

Parts and Hardware Identification

Component Parts List

Lists all numbered parts (1-11) with their quantities for assembly.

Hardware and Tools Required

Details screws, clamps, bits, and required tools for assembly.

Exploded View of Greenhouse Frame

Assembly Diagram Overview

Visual representation of how numbered parts assemble into the greenhouse structure.

Assembly Step 1: Initial Frame Connections

Connecting Rear Frame Sections

Join Parts 4, 9, and 11 using M6x55 screws to start the rear frame connection.

Assembly Step 2: Adding Mid-Frame Supports

Securing Part 5 to Rear Frame

Attach Part 5 to the rear frame assembly using two M6x35 screws.

Assembly Step 3: Integrating Curved Supports

Connecting Parts 3, 8, and 10

Join Parts 3, 8, and 10 using M6x55 screws to form curved sections.

Assembly Step 4: Expanding the Frame Structure

Adding Multiple Support Pieces

Connect Parts 2, 3, 5, 8, 9, 10, and 11 with various screws to build the top section.

Assembly Step 5: Constructing Side Arches

Attaching Side Arch Components

Connect Parts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 using M6x35, M6x55, and M6x60 screws.

Assembly Step 6: Completing Side Arches

Mirroring Step 5 Assembly

Replicate the assembly from Step 5 on the opposite side of the frame.

Assembly Step 7: Installing Vertical Supports

Adding Vertical Members (Part 1)

Insert the 14 pieces of Part 1 vertically into the frame to support the structure.

Assembly Step 8: Reinforcing the Frame

Connecting Horizontal Braces

Attach Parts 2 and 3 horizontally using M6x55 screws to reinforce the frame structure.

Optional Step 9: Trellis to Shelf Conversion

Modifying Rear Trellis for Shelf Use

Cut Part H to 12 5/8" and attach as a shelf support with screws.

Assembly Step 10: Securing the Frame with Clamps

Attaching Pipe Clamps

Use 28 Y34 pipe clamps and S2 screws to secure the frame on both sides of the garden bed.

Assembly Step 11: Protecting the Frame

Applying Protective Stripping

Peel and apply adhesive protective stripping to the top of the greenhouse frame to prevent cover damage.

Assembly Step 12: Installing the Greenhouse Cover

Fitting and Securing the Cover

Open the doorway to fit the cover, then zip the inner flap to roll up roof vents using a ladder if needed.

Assembly Step 13: Attaching Velcro Fasteners (Right Side)

Velcro Placement on Right Side

Attach female Velcro patches under side vents on the exterior and male patches on the interior of the greenhouse cover.

Assembly Step 14: Attaching Velcro Fasteners (All Sides)

Velcro Placement on Rear, Left, and Front

Attach Velcro patches to the rear, left, and front sides of the unit as per Step 13 instructions.

Post-Assembly Feedback and Contact

Providing Feedback and Support Contact

Share experience on service, shipping, quality, and manual; contact details provided for support.