Grow more in less space with a cedar raised garden bed you build yourself. Below are 8 free raised garden bed plan previews, from a compact 31-inch square planter to an 8-foot bed with a privacy screen. Each preview shows the size, dimensioned views and tools, so you can pick the right bed for your yard before you buy the full plan.
Want them all? The free preview pack below includes the cover and size page of every plan on this page in one PDF.
What's free and what's in the full plans
- Free preview: overall size, skill level, build time, dimensioned views and tool list
- Full plan ($9.99 each): complete shopping list, cut list, illustrated step-by-step instructions and finishing notes
8 free raised garden bed plans
Long Raised Garden Bed 100" x 31" x 25.5"
Build a long, waist-friendly cedar raised garden bed that gives you over 8 feet of growing space for vegetables, herbs and flowers. The bed is built from 2x6 side panels on a 2x4 frame with a finished top trim.
Size: 100" W x 31" D x 25.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Raised Garden Bed with Privacy Screen 100" x 30.5" x 96"
Combine a long cedar planter with a tall slatted privacy wall. It blocks views, gives climbing plants a trellis and turns a patio edge into a green screen.
Size: 100" W x 30.5" D x 96" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Wide Raised Garden Bed 100" x 55" x 25.5"
An extra-wide cedar raised bed for serious vegetable gardens. A middle bottom support keeps the large planter floor strong, and the top trim gives a clean finished edge.
Size: 100" W x 55" D x 25.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Square Raised Garden Bed 31" x 31" x 25.5"
A compact square cedar planter that fits on a patio, deck or small yard. It's perfect for herbs, a small tree or seasonal flowers.
Size: 31" W x 31" D x 25.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Tall Square Raised Garden Bed 43" x 43" x 37.5"
A tall square cedar planter you can garden without bending. It works well for a feature tree, shrubs or a deep vegetable bed.
Size: 43" W x 43" D x 37.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Raised Garden Bed with Lower Shelf 52" x 31" x 37.5"
An elevated cedar planter with an open shelf underneath for pots, tools and watering cans. The tall height makes planting and harvesting easy on your back.
Size: 52" W x 31" D x 37.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Raised Garden Bed with Privacy Screen 52" x 30.5" x 96"
A compact planter with a tall slatted privacy wall. Use it to screen a corner of the patio, hide an AC unit or grow climbing plants.
Size: 52" W x 30.5" D x 96" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
Raised Garden Bed 55" x 31" x 25.5"
A mid-size cedar raised garden bed that fits most patios and side yards. It's a quick weekend build with 2x6 side panels and a finished top trim.
Size: 55" W x 31" D x 25.5" H · Skill: Beginner · Build time: 4–6 hours
Free PDF preview | Plan details | Full plan $9.99
How to choose
Pick a height that suits you: 25.5" beds work for most vegetables, while 37.5" beds let you garden without bending. Longer beds need more lumber and soil, so measure your space and budget first.
FAQ
Are these plans free?
The previews are free. Each full plan with the cut list and step-by-step instructions is $9.99.
Do I need special tools?
No. Most plans use a miter saw, a drill and basic hand tools. Each preview lists the tools you need.
Are measurements in inches?
Yes, all plans use US units and US lumber sizes.
