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Want to grow cucumbers, but think you don't have the space? Learn how to trellis cucumbers vertically on a string from a pot or the ground!
You will need string, landscape staples, an arbor, and clips or ties to secure the cucumber plant to the string with no slipping.
Choosing a location
Pick an area with plenty of direct sunlight. Make sure the cucumber plant has well-draining soil. Consider adding drip irrigation for convenience.
Placing the arbor
The arbor can be elaborate or as simple as you want. All you need are two stakes in the ground with a horizontal support across the top.
Tie the strings
Starting from the bottom, tie one end of the string to a landscape staple. Pull the string taut, but not too hard, and secure the other end to the horizontal support on top of the arbor.
Attach cucumber stem
Attach the cucumber stem to the string by using these string trellis clips. They prevent slipping by pinching the string between the clip.
Growth
As the cucumber plant grows continue attaching the stem to the string every 6 to 8 inches for optimal support.
Benefits
Benefits of trellising cucumbers include space saving, increased air circulation, lowered pest pressure, easier harvesting, and better quality cucumbers.
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