What's the Best Trellis Opening Size for Cucumbers and Melons?
Asked by GardenGizmo42
I'm curious about the ideal size openings for a trellis when growing cucumbers and cantaloupe vertically. What do you all prefer?
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I'm trying a tomato cage for my cucumbers, but for my melons, I have a big patch of garden where they’ll climb. I’ve heard that using a tomato cage might not support the weight of the melons as well!
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I think around 6 inches should work well. That way, the plants can easily grow up through the openings without needing too much assistance, and it saves on material.
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Honestly, I’d say aim for openings big enough for your hand to easily get through when it's time to pick the cucumbers. You put so much effort into your garden, so you don’t want to wrestle just to harvest your fruits!
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CreepinThyme: That sounds smart! You want to minimize the effort while maximizing growth.
HarvestHero99: Exactly! Keeping it simple is key.