DIY Tomato Cages for the Garden
I gave my garden space a major redo this year and I no longer wanted to use the wire cages that I had used before.
It seems like they always flop over when my tomato plants reach a certain size and I was having to try to stake up
what was suppose to be the stake so I started searching for other options.
In searching online for options to purchase as well as diy idea's, I found several different variations of this type of cage and it was the less expensive option compared to the ones I was considering purchasing so I decided to give it a try this year and see how it goes.
So I figured out what size I would need to fit my raised beds and got my lumber and got to work.
I started by cutting the lumber I needed and then the assembly began.
I chose to use 2x2's for the uprights (or legs), and 1x2's for the bracing/cross pieces.
For the front and back panels I used 4 2x2 boards cut at 4' long and 6 1x2 boards that I cut at 16" long.
I also spaced the 1x2" at 15".
After I had the 2 panels built, I put them together using 6 more 1x2's that I cut at 17.5".
I simply used my brad nailer to assemble them and they didn't take much time at all to put together, was a very simple process.
My thoughts so far are they seem very sturdy, I think they are very pretty in my garden space, and I am hopeful they will do a great job supporting my plants and be a nice addition to the garden.
I also chose to try making a larger cage.. a 4 in one style that would fit in one of my raised beds and support 4 plants.
I made it basically the same way, changing up the measurements a bit.
First building the 2 panels then simply attaching them together.
( I also added some center bracing to finish it off. )
I am really pleased with them so far, and nothing like a homegrown tomato!
If you are interested in seeing a video of the process, I have it linked as well as in my original blog post as well, it also includes a little bit about how my garden has changed so far this year.
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The 4 way looks like plants will be crowded. Lack of air circulation can bring diseases. Be sure to pinch off all of the lowest branches so none touch the ground. I would spread the singles to the outside edges of the bed for more circulation. Absolutely look sturdy enough and simple to make. Good job.
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I made these two years ago and love them! I use my wire cages stacked bottom to bottom to let climbing flowers climb up 😀. Sweet peas are lovely on them!
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Oh, Great idea for the wire cages! Thanks!!!
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