Garden Trellis

Executive Summary by: Candis Reade

Adding a garden trellis to any planted area enhances the beauty of the natural landscape. A climbing plant may hide the beauty of the design unless the plant is aesthetically pruned and maintained.

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Garden Trellis – Things to Consider Before Choosing

• Sizes and Shapes

The first consideration, for a support type garden trellis, is the growth pattern of the plant. Full sized arbor trellises create a focal point in a larger space.

• Metal Trellises

Wrought iron provides functional support while allowing a multitude of design possibilities. When choosing a metal design, consider the thickness of the metal to ensure that it will support the desired planting.

• Wood Trellises

When choosing a wood design, consider the type of wood and the finished results. Painted wood adds color dimensions to a garden but requires upkeep. The use of a garden trellis serves several purposes.

How To Build A Garden Trellis

Executive Summary by: Anthony Tripodi

The cucumbers would need room to grow and I needed to build a garden trellis.

The posts are 1×2’s. I avoid the whole old pressure treated wood (CCA) vs. new pressure treated wood (ACQ) in the garden argument by using regular lumber.

If you don’t have a laser level then place the cross piece on top and use a regular bubble level. If you keep knocking the cross piece off, then duct tape it. Once you’re level, use two 3 inch galvanized screws to secure each joint. If you’re worried about the wood cracking, then pre-drill your holes.

Fasten the string going horizontally across the garden trellis and then going vertically, screwing the screws in as you go.

Also, check out my other guide on garden com and gardening vegetable