These garden beds are not cheap, but you get what you pay for. Assembly also takes some time, but compared to the potential decades of use is inconsequential. If you are unaware of these beds and the material they are made from, do some research. They are well made and will last. The extra tall bed does not bow when full, thanks to the support rod. I own 6(more to come as well) of these, and love them all. I have built my own beds before using these, and am replacing the ones I built with more vego beds as my old homemade ones breakdown.