Plant benches in strong sun
Leo A. Martin (Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:01:01 PST)

Wood doesn't last long in the intense California and Arizona sun unless
painted every year or two. That entails moving everything off the wood to
someplace else....

I have seen benches made from chain link fencing stretched and secured
over wood. It not only lasts a long time but allows water and air to pass
through. Salvaged chain link is often available for much less money.

Leo Martin
Phoenix Arizona USA