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I also considered the "yellow" treated planks as they were about 30% cheaper than the same width and thickness decking planks at Brico Depot; I was put off by the fact they're only treated for use in carpentry (roofing etc) and not meant for damp conditions.   They're definitely an alternative to decking planks but my thought was they won't last  as long.  I can only vouch that the decking planks are as new after 6 years, with absolutely no rot.

CeeJay - I've been thinking of doing more raised beds, do the yellow planks last okay in contact with soil?  If they do I'll happily save 30%!

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I use car tyres. They are free, durable and no maintenance.  Garages have to pay to dispose of them so are happy to give them away. They enclose the raised bed but can individually contain plants and herbs, especially those that spread or need special soil or watering conditions.

This is one under construction

[IMG]http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y37/mikornisey/garden2.jpg[/IMG]

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