Fencing for Trellis

SarahBeth · May 22, 2017

This is my first year growing tomatoes and I'm wondering if it would it be possible to receive some feedback on my tomato trellis idea.

I need to make a trellis for my tomatoes which are growing down the center of a 1X4X9' raised bed. There are five plants which I plan to prune to 3 or 4 stems.

My idea is to build a 6 ft high frame down the center of the bed using 1X3" lumber. I would then attach welded wire fencing (like this: THIS) to the frame, about 1.5 ft above the ground. The fence is only 4' high, so there would also be a gap below the top of the frame. Would I be able to weave the tomato stems through this fencing without damaging the stems? The openings are 4" high by 2" wide.

I know that folks often recommend using cattle panels here, but since I will also need fencing for peas, the rolled fencing is a more affordable option.

I hope my description makes sense! Thanks in advance for any feedback.

May 22, 2017	#1
SarahBeth Tomatovillian™ Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Upstate SC Posts: 23	Fencing for Trellis This is my first year growing tomatoes and I'm wondering if it would it be possible to receive some feedback on my tomato trellis idea. I need to make a trellis for my tomatoes which are growing down the center of a 1X4X9' raised bed. There are five plants which I plan to prune to 3 or 4 stems. My idea is to build a 6 ft high frame down the center of the bed using 1X3" lumber. I would then attach welded wire fencing (like this: THIS) to the frame, about 1.5 ft above the ground. The fence is only 4' high, so there would also be a gap below the top of the frame. Would I be able to weave the tomato stems through this fencing without damaging the stems? The openings are 4" high by 2" wide. I know that folks often recommend using cattle panels here, but since I will also need fencing for peas, the rolled fencing is a more affordable option. I hope my description makes sense! Thanks in advance for any feedback.