Inspiring Compositions: 10.1” Round Planter Block TM Building raised planter beds of all shapes and sizes is now as easy as 1-2 -3 - 4 with Lowe’s new 10.1” Round Planter Block. Construct beautiful, long lasting projects, from simple square vegetable gardens to beautiful, floral multi-level masterpieces.
Building Raised Planter Beds Is As Easy As 1-2-3-4 Large, outer groove is intended to be used with “rough cut” lumber such as cedar. Small, inner groove is intended for standard “dimensional” lumber. Now with the 10.1” Round Planter Block from Lowe’s you can easily build raised planter beds that are not only functional and long-lasting but also truly beautiful as well. Lay out Planter Block at four corners of a square or rectangular area. Slide lumber into grooves in Planter Block. 10.
Planter Block Compositions: Starter The designs shown in the Starter section of this installation guide are just that, Starter, easy-to-install compositions that provide varying degrees of planting area. Use these Starter designs if you want brilliant results with a minimum amount of effort. Small Raised Garden Bed Medium Raised Garden Bed Large Raised Garden Bed For more composition instructions and design ideas visit: www.lowes.
Small Raised Garden Bed The Small Raised Garden Bed is the easiest project to build. If you’re looking for an economic, functional raised planting bed, look no further. Plan View (OVERHEAD) 2’10” 4’10” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 1’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 12 Outside Corners 2-in. x 6-in x 8-ft Lumber Cut to length: 3’3-1/2” 6 Joins Planter Blocks – Front/Back 2-in.
Medium Raised Garden Bed The Medium Raised Garden Bed provides a generously sized, symmetrical planting area. Brighten up any unused corner of your property or create a focal point with this simple to build design. Plan View (OVERHEAD) 4’10” 4’10” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 12 Outside Corners 2-in. x 6-in x 8-ft Lumber Cut to length: 3’3-1/2” 12 Joins Planter Blocks – Front/Back 2-in.
Large Raised Garden Bed When you require substantial planting area but want to maintain ease of construction, consider the Large Raised Garden Bed. The perfect combination of design and function. It’s a D-I-Y favorite! Plan View (OVERHEAD) 4’10” 8’7” Interior Area: 7’4-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 18 PLACEMENT Corners 2-in. x 6-in x 8-ft Lumber Cut to length: 3’3-1/2” 18 Joins Planter Blocks – Side 2-in.
Planter Block Compositions: Multi-Level Ready to build something awesome?! The Multi-Level planter block designs presented in this section are guaranteed to turn anyone’s thumb green! You’ll find creative layouts to satisfy even the most adventurous taste that are sure to make a lasting impression.
Small 2-Tier Raised Garden Bed The Small 2-tier Raised Garden Bed is the most basic design offered as part of the Multi-Level series. The two different elevations evoke a sophisticated design aesthetic and elegant simplicity. Let your creative side run wild with this waterfall-style design. Plan View (OVERHEAD) 4’10” 8’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.
Large L-Shaped Raised Garden Bed Perfect for that unused corner in your backyard, the Large L-Shaped Raised Garden Bed has varying elevations and depths that make an interesting architectural statement that is easy to install. Plan View (OVERHEAD) 8’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” 8’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 20 Outside Corners 2-in.
Small L-Shaped Raised Garden Bed Similar in concept to the Large L-Shaped project, but with two smaller and more narrow front planting areas. This project is the perfect choice for smaller outdoor spaces. Plan View (OVERHEAD) Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 1’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” 6’7” 6’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 1’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 20 Outside Corners 2-in.
Combo L-Shaped Raised Garden Bed As the name implies, the Combo L-Shaped Garden Bed layout is a combination of both the Large and Small L-Shaped designs. It is comprised of both a large and small lower planting area along with a substantial elevated planting area. Plan View (OVERHEAD) 8’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” 6’7” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 1’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.
Large T-Shaped Raised Garden Bed What’s better than an L-shaped design?... a T-Shaped design! The Large T-Shaped project takes the previous Large L-Shaped composition and adds a second side. This project is the perfect choice for sprucing up the center of a straight, bare wall or fence line.
Small T-Shaped Raised Garden Bed The Small T-Shaped Raised Garden Bed is identical to the Large T-Shaped layout displayed on the previous page, but with smaller, narrower planting areas on the lower tier. Plan View (OVERHEAD) Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 1’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” Interior Area: 1’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” 6’7” 8’4” Interior Area: 1’7-1/2” x 3’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.
Planter Block Compositions: Vertical Grow more in your gardening area and let your plantings reach toward the sky with our Vertical planter block designs. Perfect for all types of climbing foliage, these compositions offer a combination of form and function. These Vertical designs provide a home for vines and other plants while acting as a perfect privacy fence or screen wall between neighboring properties.
Small Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame The Small Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame is easy to install and perfect for tight spaces. A vertical lattice frame encourages growth of crawling vines and plantings. Lattice frame timbers buried 8” below grade 8” Plan View (OVERHEAD) 3’9-3/4” 3’10” Interior Area: 2’7-1/2” x 2’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 12 Outside Corners 2-in.
3-Tier Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame Simulating a “Stairway to Garden Bliss”, the 3-Tier Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame provides a wide, waterfall effect for planting varieties of all types and sizes. Lattice frame timbers buried 8” below grade 8” Plan View (OVERHEAD) 4’10” 6’4” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 1’7-3/4” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 1’7-3/4” Interior Area: 3’7-1/2” x 1’7-3/4” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.
Large Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame The Large Raised Garden Bed with Lattice Frame incorporates a larger planting area, providing more space for vines and foliage. Lattice frame timbers buried 8” below grade 8” Plan View (OVERHEAD) 3’9-3/4” 6’10” Interior Area: 5’7-1/2” x 2’7-1/2” ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 12 Outside Corners 2-in.
Planter Block Compositions: Multi-Function Build something out of the ordinary with Lowe’s 10.1” Round Planter Block, such as a comfortable bench that doubles as an exterior storage unit, as easy as 1-2 -3- 4. Creating practical, functional exterior furniture has never been so effortless. Bench and Storage Unit For more composition instructions and design ideas visit: www.lowes.
Bench and Storage Unit Make yard clutter a thing of the past with the Bench and Storage Unit project. This composition features an easy-to-install base frame and a cover that transforms the design into a comfortable bench with 8 cubic feet of hidden storage. Plan View 2’5” 4’10-1/2” 2’5” TOP VIEW: BOTTOM VIEW: ITEM DESCRIPTION INSTRUCTIONS QTY PLACEMENT Lowe’s Item #1693247 – 10.1” Round Planter Block VARIES 12 Outside Corners 2-in.
Planter Block Compositions: Construction Options Achieve a unique style or bring added refinement to your new landscape composition with custom options like the below. Lower-tier Cap Intersection For a more refined look where trim boards intersect with the 10.1” Round Planter Block, try out Option 2 as shown to the right. Trace the notch pattern shown on Page 22 onto a 2x8 piece of lumber and cut with a jigsaw for a clean, finished look.
For a very straight forward approach to intersections of 2x8 cap timbers in tiered compositions, try a simple, square notch cut like that shown at the right.
7-1/4” (shown at actual size) s= iu ad tR Cu 3/4” 3/4” nter Ce h tc No Trace the notch pattern shown here onto a 2x8 cap timber and cut with a jigsaw for a clean, finished look. Or you can draw your own radius cut based on the geometry shown. Block Option 2: Curved Cap Notch ” 16 5/ 5- 10.
For more composition instructions and design ideas visit: www.lowes.
For additional installation instructions and design ideas visit: www.lowes.com For more composition instructions and design ideas visit: www.lowes.
