If you’re looking for a simple and cost-effective way to support climbing seedlings, this DIY mini trellis project is a perfect solution.
Using just a few basic supplies, we can create a sturdy structure to help young plants grow upward and thrive in small pots or garden beds.
Why This Plan Works
- Uses very inexpensive and easily available materials
- Great for small seedlings or indoor gardening setups
- Customizable based on what materials we have on hand
- Offers different lashing options depending on preference or availability
- Takes just minutes to assemble with minimal tools
What You Will Need
- Wooden skewers
- Tape or ribbon & glue
- Scissors
We used three different materials to test this build: clear tape, electrical tape, and ribbon with glue. All of them work, so feel free to experiment based on what’s in your drawer!
Step 1. Gather Materials
Start by gathering your tools. For this project, we used wooden skewers, tape (clear or electrical), scissors, and for one version—ribbon and glue. These items are affordable and often already in our home.
Step 2. Assemble the Trellis
Take two wooden skewers and arrange them so their tips cross to form an “X.” We placed the pointy ends downward so they can pierce the soil easily when inserted.
Step 3. Lash the Trellis Together
Secure the two skewers at the point where they cross using tape or your preferred lashing material. The lashing method is simple: over, under, and around. This gives it strength and flexibility.
Step 4. Add the Horizontal Steps
Cut a third skewer into equal thirds and attach these small pieces horizontally between the vertical skewers. These function as steps for the seedlings to climb. You can lash or tape them in place.
Step 5. Make the Ribbon Version
For a softer or decorative variation, follow steps 1 and 2, but replace the wooden steps with ribbon. Start at the base of one vertical skewer and begin wrapping the ribbon across, gluing it as you go to form horizontal supports.
Step 6. Explore All Three Versions
We made three variations using clear tape, electrical tape, and ribbon. Each has a slightly different look and feel, but all perform the same essential function for plant support.
Note: Always ensure that your skewers are pushed deep enough into the soil for stability, especially when the plants start to climb.
Other Details Display
- Wooden skewers used as frame
- Tape versions: clear and electrical, both provide firm hold
- Ribbon version: decorative and functional, secured with glue
- Crossed structure provides balance in soil
- Skewers are placed with pointy ends downward for easy insertion
- Horizontal steps are either skewer pieces or ribbon, depending on version
- Ideal for seedlings like peas, beans, or small flowering vines
- Great for balcony pots, indoor planters, or raised beds
Summary
This DIY mini trellis for climbing seedlings is an easy and adaptable solution for home gardeners.
Whether using tape, ribbon, or glue, this project provides solid support for young climbing plants and adds a charming handmade touch to any gardening space.
This plan is a contribution by [panties and patches]. Project Via Instructables – Get the PDF Instructions here.
