Although wood is a low-cost, widely accessible, and easy-to-customize material, it lacks toughness and lifespan. Many chemically processed timber beds contain ingredients that leak into the soil. Metal garden beds are initially more expensive than wooden garden beds, but they provide the finest long-term option and quality for home gardeners. Metal raised garden beds from Vego Garden may last up to 20 years before having to be replaced, and they need very little care.