DIY Cucumber Trellis & Support Ideas

 buying a purpose build trellis will not usually be necessary. Think about natural or reclaimed materials that you could use before you buy anything.

3. Stand-Alone Vertical Trellis
Of course, you do not have to have a wall or fence to make a trellis. There are a number of ways to make a vertical, free-standing trellis for your garden. And a huge number of natural or reclaimed materials that you could use to do so.

4. A-Frame Trellis

A-frame structures can be created using a range of different materials. Often, a simple A-frame will be made from reclaimed wood, branches, logs or bamboo. The sides of the A-frame can then be fitted with netting, dowels or strings for cucumbers to climb.

5. Tent-Shape Trellis
Tent-shaped trellises are similar to the A-framed options. But these do not necessarily have to have a sturdy supporting frame. A couple of varied ideas within this category can be found by following the links below.

6. Ladder Type Trellis

If you want to keep things simple, you could create a trellis by simply using an old step ladder for the purpose.

7. Propped Pallet Trellis
Speaking of using reclaimed wood – you might not even have to do much construction work at all. One other simple trellis idea involves using a wood pallet, simply propped up on two posts. This simple and easy idea could be perfect for growing cucumbers in a small raised bed.

8. Teepee Trellis
Another idea that works well for small spaces is a teepee or wigwam-like construction. A small teepee trellis could be perfect for cucumbers grown in containers. But you could make a larger teepee too to support a larger number of cucumber vines.

You can make your teepee structure using bamboo, branches, reclaimed wood or other materials. And it is a versatile type of trellis that you can create in any size – to suit your space and plants.

9. Arch Trellis
Another interesting idea to consider is an arch shaped trellis. Such a trellis can be a relatively low arch formed over a small bed, or growing area. Or it could be a much larger arch that could be created to span a pathway, with cucumbers or other vining plants growing up the sides.

In the link below, you will find instructions on making a simple, low arch trellis – perfect for shorter gardeners who may not be able to reach up to the top of a vertical trellis structure.