This DIY arch trellis is an ideal size for any garden. Plus it’s very easy to build, and looks amazing too. In this post, I’ll show you exactly how to make your own, step by step.

By now you know that vertical gardening is a huge space saver. The best part about using a small arch trellis like this is that you can plant shorter crops underneath it, giving you twice the amount of room.

The metal pieces make the arch very strong, so it will have no problem supporting the weight of a vine full of mature and heavy fruits.

Another benefit of this small arch trellis is that the vegetables will hang down, making them easy to see. The arch is also tall enough so you won’t have to bend over too far to harvest.

Once the fencing has been secured onto the frame, the arch is portable too. Simply pull the pieces out of the ground, move the arch to the new spot, and push them back into the ground.

In this section I’ll answer some of the most commonly asked questions about my DIY arch trellis design. If you don’t see yours here, ask it in the comments below.

Do you plant on the inside the trellis or on the outside?

I tend to plant on the outside of the trellis so I have plenty of space for shorter crops underneath. But you can do it the inside if you prefer, it doesn’t matter.

Do you plant on both ends of the arch, or just one side?

I plant on both ends of the arch so that the vines/branches will meet at the top and fill it completely. You could plant longer vines only on one side, but the other side could end up being bare for most of the summer.

What types of plants can I use this arch for?

This arch is perfect for smaller vining crops like cucumbers, peas, beans, tomatoes, and cucamelons, but you could use it for flowers too if you’d like. It’s very sturdy and will last for many years.

How To Build A DIY Arch Trellis

Below are the step by step instructions for how to make a DIY arch trellis, including photos. It’s really easy, and doesn’t take much time. You can make just one, or repeat these steps to build as many as you need.

Yield: 1 small arch trellis DIY Arch Trellis Step-By-Step Instructions

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This DIY arch trellis is simple to make, and very sturdy. You can install it in any sized veggie garden plot, or even in your raised beds.

Materials

					10’ 3/8” pieces of rebar (2)

28” 14 gauge metal garden fencing

8” cable zip ties (12)

Tools

Wire cutters

Gloves

Scissors

Eye protection

Instructions Bend the rebar into arches - Carefully bend each of the 3/8” rebar pieces into arches. The rebar will bend pretty easily. But take your time because if you force it, the rebar could kink.Install the arch pieces - Install each of the arches in the garden by driving the ends of the rebar into the ground. Space the ends of each arch 4’ apart, and the arches themselves 28” apart.Measure the fencing - Lay the garden fencing over the top of the arch to measure how long the piece should be cut. Use wire cutters to cut the fencing to size.Attach fencing to both arches - Secure the fencing onto the rebar arches using the zip ties, spacing them every 6-10” along the entire length of the rebar.Remove the extra tabs - Cut the extra tabs off the zip ties using scissors, if desired.

Notes

Rebar is messy to work with, so I recommend wearing gloves whenever you’re handling itIt is difficult to get the two rebar arch pieces into the exact same shape, so get them as close as you can. They don’t need to be exactly the same, since they will be spaced apart in the garden.

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This easy DIY arch trellis project is quick to make, and very practical. It will double the amount of space you have, and is perfect for any size garden.

DIY Arch Trellis Step-By-Step Instructions

This DIY arch trellis is simple to make, and very sturdy. You can install it in any sized veggie garden plot, or even in your raised beds.

Materials

  • 10’ 3/8” pieces of rebar (2)
  • 28” 14 gauge metal garden fencing
  • 8” cable zip ties (12)

Tools

  • Wire cutters
  • Gloves
  • Scissors
  • Eye protection

Instructions

  • Bend the rebar into arches - Carefully bend each of the 3/8” rebar pieces into arches. The rebar will bend pretty easily. But take your time because if you force it, the rebar could kink.Install the arch pieces - Install each of the arches in the garden by driving the ends of the rebar into the ground. Space the ends of each arch 4’ apart, and the arches themselves 28” apart.Measure the fencing - Lay the garden fencing over the top of the arch to measure how long the piece should be cut. Use wire cutters to cut the fencing to size.Attach fencing to both arches - Secure the fencing onto the rebar arches using the zip ties, spacing them every 6-10” along the entire length of the rebar.Remove the extra tabs - Cut the extra tabs off the zip ties using scissors, if desired.

Notes

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Share your tips for making your own DIY arch trellis in the comments section below.

Some of these photos were taken by Tracy Walsh Photography.