Premium Cedar Post 15 in vs 14 in for Raised Beds
By Greenes Fence Company: Cedar Raised Garden Beds ... | Published: 2026-10-24
Category: Comparisons
Compare the 15-inch and 14-inch Premium Cedar Posts from Greenes Fence to find the right height for your custom raised garden bed.
Quick answer
Choose the 15-inch Premium Cedar Post for a deeper soil depth or if you plan to stack four 3.5-inch boards; choose the 14-inch post if you want a slightly lower bed or need to match two 5.5-inch boards exactly.
Why post height matters for your raised bed
The height of your corner posts determines the final depth of your raised garden bed. A taller post lets you stack more boards, giving roots more room to grow. But a shorter post can be just right if you want a lower profile or need to match specific board heights.
Greenes Fence offers two premium cedar post options for custom builds: a 15-inch post and a 14-inch post. Both are 2.5 x 2.5 inches in width and depth, so the only real difference is the height. The choice comes down to how many boards you plan to stack and how deep you want your bed.
Board stacking compatibility
The 14-inch post is designed to fit four stacked 3.5-inch boards or two stacked 5.5-inch boards. This gives you a finished bed height of about 14 inches (or slightly less depending on board thickness). The 15-inch post offers an extra inch, which can be useful if you want a bit more soil depth or need to accommodate slightly thicker boards.
If you plan to use a mix of board heights, the extra inch on the 15-inch post gives you more flexibility. For example, you could stack three 3.5-inch boards and one 5.5-inch board for a total height close to 15 inches.
Trade-offs at a glance
- 15-inch post (RCP15): Offers 15 inches of height, giving you about 1 inch more soil depth than the 14-inch post. Best if you want a deeper bed or need to stack boards that don't add up to exactly 14 inches.
- 14-inch post (RCP14): Provides 14 inches of height and is designed to fit four 3.5-inch boards or two 5.5-inch boards exactly. A good choice for a standard-depth raised bed.
- Price difference: The 15-inch post is priced at $6.50 (catalog comparison $10.65), while the 14-inch post is $7.42 (catalog comparison $10.30). The 15-inch post costs less despite being taller, so check current pricing before deciding. Price can vary, so compare the two posts directly when you're ready to buy.
Product facts at a glance
- Premium Cedar Post 15 in x 2.5 in x 2.5 in RCP15: 15-inch height, 2.5 x 2.5 inch cross-section, model RCP15 The extra inch gives you room for a deeper soil profile or more board combinations.
Premium Cedar Post 15 in x 2.5 in x 2.5 in RCP15 - Premium Cedar Post 14 in x 2.5 in x 2.5 in RCP14: 14-inch height, 2.5 x 2.5 inch cross-section, model RCP14, fits four 3.5-inch boards or two 5.5-inch boards This post is pre-sized for common board stacks, so you can build a standard-height bed without trimming.
Premium Cedar Post 14 in x 2.5 in x 2.5 in RCP14
Which post is right for you?
Best for
- Gardeners who want a deeper bed (15-inch post)
- Builders who need to match a 14-inch board stack exactly (14-inch post)
Not for
- Projects requiring a post height outside 14-15 inches (consider other sizes)
- Gardeners who need a very shallow bed under 12 inches
