[quote=DirtBag;880826]I'm looking at wood for some raised beds.

Cedar 2x8's are 3x the cost untreated 2x8's. So, I'm wondering, how long
might untreated lumber last when it's used in raised beds? In direct
contact with the soil/elements. 2 years? 3 years? 10 years?

(I'm assuming ACQ, non arsenic treated lumber is still considered a no-
no)?

thanks

our youngest son built me 2 boxes measuring 4ft wide and 8 feet long in 2005, from 2 by 10 untreated lumber and they are still in decent good condition .
i will be using them again this yr. for veggies.
hope this helps u some. good luck. cyaaaaaaa, sockiescat .