We are independent & ad-supported. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links.
Advertiser Disclosure
Our website is an independent, advertising-supported platform. We provide our content free of charge to our readers, and to keep it that way, we rely on revenue generated through advertisements and affiliate partnerships. This means that when you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Learn more.
How We Make Money
We sustain our operations through affiliate commissions and advertising. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. We also display advertisements on our website, which help generate revenue to support our work and keep our content free for readers. Our editorial team operates independently of our advertising and affiliate partnerships to ensure that our content remains unbiased and focused on providing you with the best information and recommendations based on thorough research and honest evaluations. To remain transparent, we’ve provided a list of our current affiliate partners here.
DIY

Our Promise to you

Founded in 2002, our company has been a trusted resource for readers seeking informative and engaging content. Our dedication to quality remains unwavering—and will never change. We follow a strict editorial policy, ensuring that our content is authored by highly qualified professionals and edited by subject matter experts. This guarantees that everything we publish is objective, accurate, and trustworthy.

Over the years, we've refined our approach to cover a wide range of topics, providing readers with reliable and practical advice to enhance their knowledge and skills. That's why millions of readers turn to us each year. Join us in celebrating the joy of learning, guided by standards you can trust.

How do I Construct a Pole Bean Trellis?

Marjorie McAtee
By
Updated: May 16, 2024
Views: 9,918
Share

Pole beans are a vine plant, and a pole bean trellis can give your pole bean vines a structure around which to entwine themselves. A teepee-like design is generally recommended for growing climbing beans, as it doesn't require the presence opposite, supporting structure. Constructing a pole bean trellis requires bamboo or thin wooden stakes six feet (1.8 m) in length, some durable twine, and a shovel. Pole bean trellises should be constructed around the plants when the seedlings are three to five inches (7.6 cm to 12.7 cm) high. The pole bean trellis should generally be about five and a half feet (1.7 m) high, and about two feet (0.6 m) in diameter, and the poles should usually be firmly lashed together.

To build a pole bean trellis, you will probably need about eight poles per trellis. The poles should typically be made of bamboo or wood. They should generally be no thicker than one half inch (1.3 cm). Start by digging a circle of eight holes, each six inches (15.2 cm) deep. The circumference of the circle should generally be about four feet (1.2 m) to allow enough room inside the trellis for the pole beans to grow.

When digging holes to build a pole bean trellis, you may want to take care not to harm the roots of your bean plants. It's generally recommended that beans be allowed to grow to a height of at least three inches (7.6 cm) before a trellis is constructed around them. When planting your beans, it's often suggested that you remember to allow for trellis space around the beans.

One end of each pole should go into each of the eight holes. Lean the tops of the poles together to form the teepee shape. It's generally recommended that you tie the ends of the poles together firmly with strong twine. It's usually best to wrap the twine around each pole several times before tying it to the next pole. You may want to pull your twine as tight as possible when tying your pole bean trellis poles together.

It's often a good idea to wait until you have finished tying your trellis poles before you bury the poles at the other end. Fill all eight of the holes with soil and tamp it down as tight as possible. This is considered the best way to ensure that your pole bean trellis will remain firmly in place.

Share
HomeQuestionsAnswered is dedicated to providing accurate and trustworthy information. We carefully select reputable sources and employ a rigorous fact-checking process to maintain the highest standards. To learn more about our commitment to accuracy, read our editorial process.
Marjorie McAtee
By Marjorie McAtee
Marjorie McAtee, a talented writer and editor with over 15 years of experience, brings her diverse background and education to everything she writes. With degrees in relevant fields, she crafts compelling content that informs, engages, and inspires readers across various platforms. Her ability to understand and connect with audiences makes her a skilled member of any content creation team.
Discussion Comments
By Wisedly33 — On Jul 27, 2014

I've made pole bean trellises, in the teepee shape. They're not difficult to make. You just have to have an idea of how big you want them to be and how many stakes you'll need to accomplish that purpose.

Fortunately, you can make these from scrap lumber as long as the stakes are all roughly the same height. The stakes should be about as big around as a broomstick. They don't have to be large or thick poles.

By Scrbblchick — On Jul 26, 2014

My mom and dad never built a pole bean trellis. They just put long stakes in the ground. Mom tied the young vines to the stakes with pieces of pantyhose (no strictures) and they grew up the stakes just fine. She did the same thing with the tomatoes.

In fact, I don't remember seeing too many pole bean trellises of any kind in gardens, even in those gardens that obviously sported pole beans. Rattlesnake pole beans were the popular varieties around my home, and I saw plenty of stakes, and a few teepees, but not much in the way of trellises.

Marjorie McAtee
Marjorie McAtee
Marjorie McAtee, a talented writer and editor with over 15 years of experience, brings her diverse background and education to everything she writes. With degrees in relevant fields, she crafts compelling content that informs, engages, and inspires readers across various platforms. Her ability to understand and connect with audiences makes her a skilled member of any content creation team.
Share
https://www.homequestionsanswered.com/how-do-i-construct-a-pole-bean-trellis.htm
Copy this link
HomeQuestionsAnswered, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.

HomeQuestionsAnswered, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.