Added on 10/29/07
Now just snap the rim onto the box: Note that because of the tarp, the lid may NOT snap neatly into place anymore. This may not be an issue for you, but if you're in a windy area, you might find it necessary to tie the rim in place: There are several...
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Now just snap the rim onto the box: Note that because of the tarp, the lid may NOT snap neatly into place anymore. This may not be an issue for you, but if you're in a windy area, you might find it necessary to tie the rim in place: There are several advantages to this arrangement. First, planting is significantly easier through the flexible tarp than through the inflexible plastic lid. Second, because the tarp is black, it helps heat the surface of the soil, which is better for the plants. Third, if you want to plant items in a different arrangement from year to year (with, say, fewer holes), all you need to do is cut a new piece of tarp instead of drilling a whole new lid. * The people at Earthbox(TM) have been gracious in putting their planting guide online: Earthbox Planting Guide - PDF Format. It's a large file; give it time to load. Print it out, and be sure to read the whole document before using your Earthbox(TM) (whether it's real or fake). * People have asked me why I haven't... See less 
