How to Build a Vegetable Trellis for Under $10
To support vining vegetables like peas, beans, and cucumbers, buying a trellis from the store can get expensive. If you're trying to garden in a budget-friendly way, like me, this DIY teepee trellis is the perfect way to go.
All you'll need is garden twine ($3) and three poles. I used these adjustable garden stakes that I already had from my summer tomatoes, but simple bamboo poles ($7) will work just as well. If you use bamboo poles, make sure they are thick and sturdy enough to last the season.
Secure the top of the trellis.
To begin, tie the end of your garden twine to the top of one of the poles with a tight knot. Gather all the poles together, making sure the ends are lined up. Simply wrap the twine around the outside of all three poles 4-5 times, making sure to do so tightly.
Next, wrap the twine vertically between each pole 2-3 times. You should have something that looks like a cross of twine between each pole.
Finally, weave the twine horizontally between all the poles - over the first, under the middle, over the last, and then back the other way - under the last, over the middle, and under the first. Do this 2-3 times until it's secure, and tie it off with a tight knot. You now should have a secure top for your teepee trellis.
Position your trellis.
Once you've secured the top of your trellis, it's time to position it in your garden. Firmly stick the ends of your poles deep into the soil at equal distances for an appropriately spaced trellis. Make sure to leave enough of the trellis out of the soil so your vining plants have room to climb.
Wrap the garden twine.
Now it's time for the fun part! Wrap the garden twine around the poles in whatever arrangement you'd like to create the ladder of the trellis. I wrapped mine at an upward angle, but you could also wrap it horizontally to create even levels. If you are trying to achieve a checkered trellis, you can add additional twine vertically.
Plant your vegetables.
Once your trellis is set up, plant your vining vegetables. Whether sowing directly or using starters, you'll want to plant them right at the base of each pole. This will ensure the plants are positioned properly to grab onto the trellis with their tendrils.
As your plants grow, it's helpful to tie them onto the trellis with garden tape or velcro wrap. This can help maximize your space and keep plants from getting tangled and messy, making harvesting and pruning easier once they reach maturity.
There you have it! A sturdy teepee trellis to support your vining veggies for under $10.
For a closer look at the full process and how to weave the twine, check out the video below.
Happy gardening!
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