Come learn how to make a simple, sturdy, inexpensive DIY tomato cage using panels of remesh wire. Theyβre really easy to make, and way larger, more durable, and affordable than pre-made tomato cages you can buy. Weβve been using ours for years!
This video will show you how to make a large DIY tomato cage, including the supplies you need, tips for installing and using the DIY tomato cages, and a few modifications you can make to the design. For instance, you can double-stack two cages to make an extra-tall tomato cage, perfect for supporting wily indeterminate varieties. Have fun, and keep on growing!
SUPPLIES, LINKS & RESOURCES
Concrete remesh panels: https://homedepot.sjv.io/LP19aM
Coated garden wire (plant ties): https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0055F53DO/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_d
Good affordable bolt cutters: https://homedepot.sjv.io/LPdaXL
6 Ways to Support Tomatoes (covers cages, trellises, Florida Weave, lower & lean system, and more): https://homesteadandchill.com/train-support-tomatoes/
How to Make a DIY Tomato Cage (written version with photos): https://homesteadandchill.com/how-to-make-sturdy-tomato-cage/
How to Grow Organic Tomatoes (seed to table grow guide, including pests and plant care): https://homesteadandchill.com/how-to-grow-organic-tomatoes/
Simple & Delicious Roasted Tomato Sauce Recipe (freezer friendly): https://homesteadandchill.com/simple-roasted-tomato-sauce-recipe/
How to Freeze Tomatoes (plus tips to defrost and use): https://homesteadandchill.com/freeze-tomatoes/
Please see our our website for even more garden and modern homesteading tutorials, recipes and more: https://homesteadandchill.com/
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π beautiful property,
thanks for sharing πΉ
Great video! Canβt wait for a garden tour video!!
Making these tomato cages now. I planted my tomatoes and basil a few weeks ago and my tomatoes are doing fine, but my basil leaves have fallen off and the stems have turned black π I wonder if it's all this extra cold, rainy weather we've been having in the Seattle area.
Thank you for sharing this information I'm just starting to go tomatoes after years of not gardening.
This is just what I need ! π Thank you for the tutorial.
Enjoyed watching the variety of flowers and produce.
It is also amazing the number of fruit trees you have, looks so delicious.
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Thanks for the great video! Curious to know if those are solar lights or something else in the raised beds?
Thanks for sharing. I will be making one these
Very informative and complete DIY vid! Thank you for offering one of the best DIY tomato cage tutorials I've watched. π
How do you guide the up? Do you just lay it on a higher wire?
These look really strong. I'm excited to try them out! I also just realized that the remesh would work for the arch top of my cattle panel arches, as cattle panel is too hard to bend. Thank you!
Interetsing…but how do you keep squirrels and raccoons from eating your tomatoes?
Thank you so much for this video, I have been looking for a DIY tomato cage that is affordable. I will be trying this soon.
Just found your channel and it is one of the very best I have seen. You are clear, concise and no nonsense with the absolute best information!
Excellent! Gonna do this!!
Here in Aus tomato caged are so expensive!! This was a fantastic video thank you so much for showing such an easy and inexpensive alternative!
Awesome idea thank you! Your Garden is above and beyond awesome! had to watch the video a couple times. Kept focusing on all the great ideas in your garden. lol
Field Fence wire also works very well and is easy to make into a round cylinder. I have been using them for many years.