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How We Trellis a Large Tomato Patch

What we do when it is more than a few plants in the backyard.

The quick answer

Set sturdy posts, run heavy twine or wire between them, and tie each plant up as it grows. A single strong line beats a wobbly cage at scale.

The quick answer

When you are past a few plants, cages get expensive and tippy. We set sturdy end posts, run a strong line between them, and tie plants up as they grow.

Supplies

  • Sturdy end posts
  • Heavy twine or wire
  • Soft ties or garden clips

Notes from our patch

We grow a big patch, so we care about systems that hold up in wind and under a heavy crop. Keeping plants up off the ground also helps with airflow and makes picking a lot easier on your back.

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