Well, I tried something new this year. I tried using a trellis for squash and cucumbers. As I was setting this up, I was wondering if it was actually going to work. Well, I can finally say that I think it does.
The idea is to take a "hog panel" (has thick wire you can't bend) and cut it to the desired length. You then measure the width of the panel and pound in a steele fencepost at the very edges of the panel. Set it up at an angle and wire to the posts. You are setting up a sort of half-teepee. Plant your squash or cucumbers so they will climb the panel. The idea is that the cucumbers and squash will hang below the panel making them easier to pick.
I thought that the squash especially would get too heavy and break off the vines. They are getting close to full size now and still haven't broke. I included a few pictures so show you, but it actually does work! I am sold on this one and will be doing it again next year.
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