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February/March 2001
 
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Trellises A trellis is nothing more than a short fence with a frame around it. Materials range from netting and plastic mesh to lattice and woven wire. When choosing materials, consider whether it's strong enough to support the crop. Will it be easy to clean up at the end of the season? Is it nontoxic? Is it portable?

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I've concluded that woven wire is the best all-around material. It requires no top frame, can support just about any plant, allows for easy removal of dead vines at season's end, and is easy to relocate.

If you are growing a major crop then woven wire can also be used to create a full fence, built to any length. Add an interesting twist to your garden by building walk-in spirals and mazes with woven wire. Imagine, for instance, beans growing on a spiral fence with a quiet, secluded garden bench at its center.

Arbors Typically thought of as supports for flowers and vining fruits, there's no reason arbors can't be used for vegetables as well - they are the ultimate in trellises.

High on my wish list is a trellis with a computer station

inside. I could write while out in the garden, snacking on the beans available at arm's length. Just another benefit of vertical growing.

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