EarthBox Original container dimensions are 29" L x 13.5" W x 11" H. It holds 3 gallons of water and 2 cubic feet (60 dry quarts) of growing media. EarthBox Junior container dimensions are 23" L x 9.5" W x 7.25" H. It holds just over 1 gallon of water
Our studies have shown that the EarthBox can double yields, using less water and fertilizer compared to conventional gardening. More importantly, thousands of EarthBox customers prove our claims every time they plant. We’re so sure that the EarthBox
All of the EarthBox components are manufactured from #2, #4, and #5 plastics (polypropylene resin), all of which are food-safe and recyclable. The EarthBox is BPA-free and manufactured in Lancaster, Pennsylvania.
The EarthBox Original weighs approximately 80 lbs. when filled. We recommend adding our caster wheels to make the mobility a lot easier. Note that we do sell caster kits individually should you ever want to add wheels down the road if you decide not
What can you grow in the EarthBox? Just about anything! We've compiled Growing Guides for the following fruits, vegetables, and herbs. These helpful charts help you understand the necessary temperature, light, and water requirements, the zones that c
You can grow several types of root crops and vegetables in our EarthBox Root & Veg thanks to its larger depth than our other EarthBox containers. Types of Root Crops to Grow:. Types of Root Crops to Avoid:
One of the great things about the EarthBox is that you can reuse it again and again. To get the box ready for your next growing season, you'll want to follow these instructions. You can also watch the process on our Videos page or get a PDF copy with
Setting up your EarthBox for the 1st time or reusing your box for another season is a simple process. Even so, we recommend following our instruction manuals since those contain all the details to make sure nothing gets overlooked. If you prefer a mo
Our storage instructions are similar to what you would do when preparing your EarthBox for winter. We recommend removing the old plants, mulch cover, and fertilizer. Place a new mulch cover on your EarthBox and drain the remaining water from the rese
Although we recommend using the same growing media for up to 8-10 growing seasons, there are times you may need to dump it out and start fresh (e.g. confirmed plant disease, lingering mold or mildew, etc.). The first step in cleaning/sterilizing/disi
As long as you follow our winterizing instructions and take care of it, the EarthBox will last for decades. We are proud to say that we still have EarthBoxes in use today that are over 30 years old!. One thing to keep in mind is that you may eventual
Refer to the following chart to see which products are compatible with our EarthBox Staking System / Trellis.
Refer to the following chart to see which products are compatible with our EarthBox Garden Stand. NOTE: Although it will fit, we do not recommend using the garden stand with the first-generation EarthBox Original. The garden stand was made specifical
Refer to the following chart to see which products are compatible with the EarthBox casters / wheels. Our casters / wheels are not compatible with the 1st gen EarthBox, EarthBox Junior, or EarthBox Root & Veg. To install and put wheels on your compat
If you're having trouble attaching the AWS tubing to the connector, please try the following methods. For additional Automatic Watering System troubleshooting and set-up diagrams, please visit this page.
How much soil you need to fill the box depends on the EarthBox model. Please see below for the required soil volume and capacity of each system. EarthBox Original gardening system requires 2 cubic feet (60 dry quarts) of growing media (potting mix).
You can review our Plant Placement Charts to see the recommended plant spacing and plant placement. Or view our Growing Guides which include that helpful info and much more for the most popular crops grown in the EarthBox gardening system. EarthBox O
It's possible to paint your box a different color, particularly if it is a lighter color. To ensure the paint sticks, you first need to prep the box. Start by sanding the outside with a finer grit sandpaper. We then recommend using outdoor-grade spra
Yes, we sell replacement parts for all our EarthBox gardening systems and accessories, including:. If you have trouble finding the specific item you need, please let us know. A few can only be purchased by contacting us, such as the diaphragm for the
If your EarthBox has developed a crack after our warranty period, we recommend using an epoxy product like J-B Weld® or a strong adhesive tape like Gorilla®. We also sell replacement containers under our Replacement Parts section if the crack can't b
No, our Automatic Watering System (AWS) is an optional accessory for any of our EarthBox gardening systems (Original, Junior, and Root & Veg). The AWS makes it so that you don't have to add water yourself. In other words, the AWS makes the EarthBox f
If you are a garden center or similar retail store and want to carry our products, please fill out our wholesale application form on our parent company's website. If you're approved, you can then purchase products at our wholesale pricing from our wh
To order only the bags of growing media / potting mix, please call or email our Consumer Care team. It requires placing a special order over the phone or via a special link that we can create for you. Please note that we do not offer free shipping wh
If you're new to EarthBox and container gardening, we usually recommend our EarthBox Original Garden Kit. Depending on what you want to grow, you may also require our Staking System to support vining crops like tomatoes. We also suggest trying our Pr
The only Value Bundle that comes with our organic potting mix / soil is the EarthBox Tomato Growing Bundle as long as you select the "Ready-To-Grow" option. To add potting mix to other bundles, you would have to add our Planting Kit to your cart. Not
1 replant kit or 1 planting kit is enough to plant 1 EarthBox. In other words, if you need to replant 3 EarthBox systems, you would need either 3 replant kits or 3 planting kits. Keep in mind we recommend reusing the growing media (i.e. potting mix/s
While we do not sell dolomite individually, it is included with any purchase that includes our 7-7-7 or 8-3-5 fertilizers. This includes gardening systems with either fertilizer selected, value bundles that have a fertilizer option, and our replant k
No, unlike our other EarthBox gardening systems, the water fill tube for the EarthBox Root & Veg should rest in the large hole in the screen and not be forced to the bottom of the box. The fill tube must be on the same side as the overflow drain. Als
No, our Automatic Watering System requires a consistent pressure of at least 15 PSI to work correctly. That said, if you add a pump or some way to ensure that minimum, continuous PSI is met, then it should work, but we cannot guarantee it. That's bec
No, at this time the only way to purchase our fertilizer is through our Replant Kits, Planting Kits, or as part of a gardening system or bundle purchase.
We provide three height options for our Staking System, 3-ft, 5-ft, and 7-ft. The best size depends on what you're growing. 3' Staking System: Provides optimal support to reinforce top-heavy plants that need some structure near the bottom and crops t
During the initial set up of your EarthBox system, it is very important to pack the corners with moistened growing media. Packing the corners firmly with a peat-based potting mix ensures proper wicking and water absorption. If you forgot this step, y
Due to the mechanical nature of our Automatic Watering System (AWS), you may run into minor problems during the initial setup or after using it for some time. Don't worry, we'll make sure you get everything working properly!. To start, we recommend v
Yes, water will freeze in the EarthBox, which may cause cracks to develop. To avoid this, please make sure you always follow our winterizing instructions. The key is to dump out all water and ensure none can get into the system during the cold, winte
No, there is no set expiration date on our replant kits. As long as you store the fertilizer and dolomite in a dry place and keep them sealed, both should still be good to use whenever you use them.
Most areas work best with the black side facing up; however, if you live in a warmer climate where the temps during peak growing season are regularly above 85° F, use the white side facing up.
Yes! The top Mulch Cover is what protects the growing environment of the entire EarthBox® gardening system. It helps conserve water by limiting evaporation, and it prevents heavy rains from washing away all the plants’ fertilizer and nutrients. The M
Yes, you can use the Automatic Watering System with just one box. You will just need to cut the tubing to accommodate only using 1 box vs. 2.
You should use 1 pound (roughly 2 cups) of Dolomite for each EarthBox Original or EarthBox Root & Veg and half a pound (about 1 cup) for the EarthBox Junior.
No, we no longer mail a physical product catalog.
Unfortunately, we had to turn off the ability to join the EarthBox forum due to spam issues. You can still browse the existing threads and content as a guest, you just won't be able to post.
EarthBox Value Bundles provide a discount off the non-bundled total product price and shipping charges. The displayed regular price and savings are based off the full price of all the individual products and the average shipping charge we incur to sh
The EarthBox Original and EarthBox Junior use the same Automatic Watering System sensor; however, the EarthBox Root & Veg uses a different sensor. Therefore, you can only use the AWS interchangeably between the Original and Junior models, but keep in
When assembled, the EarthBox Garden Stand is 27" tall without the casters/wheels and 29.5" tall with casters. This steel stand is available standalone or as part of our EarthBox Elevated Garden Bundle.
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The Tomato Replant Kit comes with additional items that are meant for existing owners of our largest rectangular EarthBox (EarthBox Original) and Staking System/Trellis. Unlike the regular Replant Kit, the Tomato Replant Kit additionally includes:
Yes! You can add onto and connect as many EarthBoxes with the Automatic Watering System as you would like. You can purchase additional AWS here: https://earthbox.com/earthbox-accessories/earthbox-automatic-watering-system. Simply select your EarthBox