This is my first year growing tomatoes and I'm wondering if it would it be possible to receive some feedback on my tomato trellis idea.
I need to make a trellis for my tomatoes which are growing down the center of a 1X4X9' raised bed. There are five plants which I plan to prune to 3 or 4 stems.
My idea is to build a 6 ft high frame down the center of the bed using 1X3" lumber. I would then attach welded wire fencing (like this:
THIS) to the frame, about 1.5 ft above the ground. The fence is only 4' high, so there would also be a gap below the top of the frame. Would I be able to weave the tomato stems through this fencing without damaging the stems? The openings are 4" high by 2" wide.
I know that folks often recommend using cattle panels here, but since I will also need fencing for peas, the rolled fencing is a more affordable option.
I hope my description makes sense! Thanks in advance for any feedback.