How to Build a Strong Cattle Panel Arch Trellis!
Тәжірибелік нұсқаулар және стиль
We show you how to make a cattle panel arch that can handle Florida storms and whatever vines you can grow on it! We show you how to tie them in to make them straight and firm. We also show you how to use t-posts and those t-post clips that come with them to secure the panels.
The arched trellis we will build is going to be the future home of many pumpkin and squash vines, plus it will act as a main feature of our garden once completed. We use two full panels to make an 8 foot long arch and we can add to in the future if we decide to go bigger.
This is a little longer than our previous videos… we'd rather take the time to explain everything as best as we can than to have someone get halfway through a build and find out we didn't talk about something. Please use the chapter marks to skip around if there's a section you aren't interested in.
Markers:
0:00 Intro
0:40 What size to build?
1:30 Parts
2:30 Orienting the panel
4:30 Using straps to shape the panel
7:30 Sizing the panel width
8:45 Adjusting the panel - resizing
9:40 Placing T-Posts
11:05 Completed arch trellis
12:20 Securing a second panel - extending the arch
13:10 Installing t-post clips
14:16 Conclusion
Update: Some details people have regularly asked that we didn't explicitly address in the video...
The panels are 16 foot long and 50 inches in height.
The t-posts we use are 5'5". If you have really solid ground, you could use shorter posts. If you have loose sandy soil, use longer posts and drive them in further.
You don't have to use "cattle" panels... you can use goat/sheep/hog/deer panel, etc. The panels we use are sold as cattle panels around here, so that's what we call them. We believe these are cattle panel sized with the bottom squares altered to do double duty as hog panels... the store can sell one product for either use.
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I’m an old widow and wanted to put up something for grapes, but wasn’t sure how to go about it. This was wonderful and helped me so much and I can do this myself. Thank you.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
We are happy you found it helpful! ☺️
@EvolutionWendy
Жыл бұрын
I'm a disabled single person and it looks like I might be able to do it too. Thank you!!
@NonaGross
Жыл бұрын
Be careful!
@pamelaspooner7183
Жыл бұрын
I did this as an arch over the front gate to my home 20 years ago with a 4 x 8 panel. All I can advise is be careful as it will definitely play ‘crack the whip’ with you! It was a big success and I grew Lady Banks Roses (1 each side) and it was lovely. Too sad the next owner tore it all down.
@MotorSwapDan
5 ай бұрын
Why be careful @@NonaGross
The ratchet straps! Flipping genius! Pretty sure you've saved a few marriages with that tip! 😅 Seriously though, this is a great video. Simple, thorough instructions. Definitely appreciate it!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Let us know if you build one. Thanks for checking us out!
@jannafolsom1069
3 жыл бұрын
YES! I did 2! And when the house is finished, I will do several more on the trail to the greenhouse and gardens. I absolutely love it. I was able to do it without asking my husband to help. (I like challenges) thank you, again for sharing!
@mariegoheen6037
5 ай бұрын
@@jannafolsom1069can I come see your garden? It sounds beautiful!!!
Ratchet straps! Who knew? You did!!! I'm alone at 69 and have been trying to figure out how to do this by myself. I do have a neighbor who would help me with the t-posts tho. Thank you sooooo very much.
2 years later, but this is the most informative video I have watched on making an arch trellis with a cattle panel. Thank you for it.
Thank you for one of the clearest and easiest instructional videos I’ve ever had the privilege of watching!
My wife and I built an arch trellis using cattle panels several years ago. We love it. Usually we alternate between cucumbers and pole beans. This year it’s cucumbers. It’s beautiful to walk through it when it’s covered with greenery. We used 4 panels. Nice video sir. 😊
Using the ratchet straps is brilliant! Thank you for all the details.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
Work smart not hard, that's the way to do it! Appreciate your other video showing how to transport them too!
Love the idea using the ratchet straps to hold things in place safety is very important
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
We've learned that being safe usually only takes a couple of extra minutes, whereas scars and stitches take a long time. ;) Thanks for joining us!
Perfect timing even 3 yrs later. I'm doing this but attaching to fence for my kiwis 🥝 Thank you
I was looking on KZread this morning trying to figure out how I was going to this alone. The straps (why I didn’t think of this) was the advice I needed. Long story short. Thank you.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah! We are happy to help ☺️.
This was explained so well, that I feel much less intimidated by trying to do this on my own. Thank you and you have a new subscriber! 😉
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
You got this! It really isn't that difficult if you are patient and have a little bit of help. Thanks for the comment and the sub! :)
This is EXACTLY what I needed - thank you so very much for taking the time to explain how to use those clips!! We knew we needed them, but they just come in a bag with no help and no instructions whatsoever - AND my husband is 6'5", wanted to be able to walk through our arches, and you saved us all of the math - thank you!
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
That's great, we're so glad everything worked out for you! We hope you get lots growing on it! :) Thanks for checking us out!
You are a very good teacher! You sound like a professional.
Those ratchet straps are a great idea!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them! I'm sure I'm not the first to use them like that, but I just kind of found out that works when I used a strap to load a panel in the truck and it stayed together nicely. Thanks for checking us out!
A wonderful presentation from beginning to end. Clearly spoken .Explained in detail.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated! Thanks for checking us out!
Thanks! Vocals were clear. Instructions were realistic, simple and to the point. And, I'm glad Daisy was there to help you! :)
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! She can be quite useful at times. ;)
Great idea with the ratchet straps!!
Great video! The tips on using ratchet straps and t-post clip installation are excellent! I learned a lot and I can see how your method is very useful to build safely and efficiently. Thanks!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
I ruined a lot of clips before I found the screwdriver method, so I figured I can't be the only one. ;) Thanks for checking us out!
@ramondelgado5487
2 жыл бұрын
where l can l buy trellis
Public apology time... We got a comment asking about the length of the panels. In my excitement and attempt to approve it on my itty-bitty phone screen, I accidentally deleted it. KZread has no way to recover deleted comments and they're gone forever... I'm so bummed about this. But, I still have the notification email... > What is the length of your panel I listened 2x but did not hear this. thank-you Each panel is 16 feet long and 50 inches (4 ft 2 inches) wide. The combined length of the trellis with two panels is 100 inches or 8 ft 4 inches. The panels also come in 8 foot lengths, which we have used for other purposes, but you really need the 16 footers to make a decent arch. Thanks, Marion! On the plus side, this will now be liked and stuck here for all time. ;)
@fengyun5310
3 жыл бұрын
What size of T-post you use? 5" or 6"? And what length you think it is the best? thanks.
@fengyun5310
3 жыл бұрын
sorry, I meant 5 or 6 ft. not inch.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
@@fengyun5310 We use 5'6" posts, but it depends on your soil and the width of your arch. If the posts are too tall, they'll pull the arch outward too much when you fasten it to the top of the posts, which will somewhat "flatten" the arch. If they're too short, the arch won't be as strong and will wobble.. Also, if you have really loose soil, you might want a longer post so it's more stable. If you're not sure, go with longer posts... you can always bang them in deeper if they're too high.
@brendaclee3
3 жыл бұрын
Could you please tell us what guage of cattle panel you used?
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
@@brendaclee3 I've seen it listed on Tractor Supply as 4 or 6 guage, depending on which description you read. Each bar is roughly 5.5mm or 0.22 inches in diameter.
I'm by myself. I think I can do this. Ty
i’ve watched several videos on using cattle panels for planting archways. Many are very good. This is the best I’ve seen to date. Well done.
Yes, ratchet straps, thank you for the tip
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Happy to help! The cheapest ratchet straps you could find are probably more than adequate... they don't have to be strong, they just keep everything together. Thanks for checking us out!
Thank you for this comprehensive informative and easy to follow and understand video on how to build an arch using cattle panel. I've watched as many as I could find on this topic and yours is, by far, the best. It's so helpful to watch how it's done, step by step. I appreciate the options you discuss regarding fastening and securing sturdily vs. sturdiest. The tips you give are going to make an awkward job easier to manage. I have absolutely no experience with cattle panels or posts but after watching your video I feel confident that I can do it. Wonderful job!
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! We hope it turns out fantastically for you! This one is still "seasonal" and we generally grow annual vegetables on it right now, but it will probably become a grape trellis eventually.
This was very thorough and as a beginner, I appreciate you explaining it step by step. I could follow along very easily. 👩🌾❤️
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We do our best to be thorough without rambling too much.
@apiecemaker1163
3 жыл бұрын
You isn’t rambl. I saved the video in my library for spring. Too cold out in the garden quite yet. Thanks.
@apiecemaker1163
3 жыл бұрын
@@AnoleGarden I built one today. It is 8 ft long and connects two raised beds. I’m so excited about it. I have English peas planted to grow over it and plan to do green beans next. Thank you again.
Love it pls post video after you plant something on it! 💕
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! We're hoping it becomes just a huge green archway with small pumpkins hanging down from it. :) Thanks!
Great info with detail for beginners. Thanks.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
Have to say this is the best most comprehensive and safest way to build one I have seen. Some videos I have watched are more comical with a relief when no one is hurt. Thanks for teaching us the correct way. Oh, and those clips, never knew how to use them nor could I find someone who knew.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I broke quite a few of those clips before I found out how they worked. Thanks for checking us out!
We normally get very strong winds here, and I believe this is exactly what I needed to see for my garden area. Thank you for this video and easy to understand instructions. Well done!
This was so great! The information you provided, the reasons why you did what you did, the material information you provided - bravo! Also - T-post driver - didn't know such a thing existed! You saved my arms. Thank you so much! Subscribed and grateful 😀
@AnoleGarden
Жыл бұрын
Happy to help! Thank you for your support!☺️
Calm, clear, with great visual cuts and editing. I’m a total noob and I’ve learned so much in one video. Truly great production here! Thanks so much!
This was fantastic! Thank you so much for such a clear, comprehensive, and excellent tutorial! I had noooo idea how those clips worked and would never have figured it out on my own!
Excellent explanations. Thank you
This was a super helpful video - very thorough!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! :)
This video is EXACTLY what we needed! Thank you so much for your time!!
@AnoleGarden
Жыл бұрын
We are happy to help!!!☺️
Good video. Thanks.
Truly an excellent video. Thank you so much!
Great video! Very thorough. Can’t wait for spring to install.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
We'd love to see the end result if you'd like to post it somewhere. Thanks!
Thank you so much! This is the most thorough instructional video I've seen. Now on to building my cattle panel arch.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
You won't regret having one!
Thank you! This is exactly what I was looking for.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for checking us out! We hope you build an awesome trellis! :)
Oh man, you solved a problem for me. Thank you so much.
Well, I'll be. I needed to know this and here you are. Thanks so much!
Best video I’ve watched on this subject! Thank you!
Thanks for the video! Now I know how far apart the base should be to get the correct height!
We are about to build a couple of these. Thank you for your clear instructions! I need more education on how to prepare the ground, and what plants I should consider. Thanks! Looking forward to seeing more of your videos
Excellent video with clear instruction. Thank you.
Thank you so much for putting this video out. Excellent idea about the ratchet straps (in our 70s so that will help very much) & I did not know there are clips for the posts - will be looking into that. I was hesitant about using zip ties especially with the hot Sun baking any plastic left outside (we are in SW Arizona & my plastic watering can is brittle & breaking so we will be getting a metal one). Thank you & your lovely wife for making things easier for us with this the first year we are using cattle panels. Judi
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
We are glad you found it helpful. Thank you for letting us know 😊.
This is such a great video! I want to do this in my raised beds as well as a tunnel with roses in my yard. Thank you for such clear thorough, and slow instructions! Very helpful!
The most complete and informative! Thanks 🙏
I APPRECIATE how thoughtful and thorough you are with this tutorial! Especially the instruction on the clips. Thank you.
Thank you! I have seen a lot of chicken/rabbit tractors and high tunnels for gardens put up but I have never seen any one use ratchet straps to hold them together!! That is a brilliant idea!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Our pleasure! Years of figuring out how to tow dead motorcycles has trained me well in the use of ratchet straps for many odd tasks. ;) Thanks for the comment!
Awesome video! Excited to try this for my new grape plants. Thanks for the detailed instructions.
Really nice job on the instructions. Very much appreciated how you didn't add a bunch of filler either.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! We try to keep everything as short as possible... your time is as valuable as ours. :) Thanks for the comment and for checking us out!
A terrific and simple tutorial. Thanks for sharing
I was interested in seeing your method of making the cattle panel trellis when your video happened to be on my feed, but when I saw you are from N Florida, like me, I had to subscribe! Yay! I will love to hear your gardening tips and tricks that will actually pertain to my situation!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Nice! We are glad you found us!😄
Thank you so much for this video! You made a big project so much easier and I got it done by myself in about an hour thanks to you.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
That's awesome! So glad you were able to build one, please let us know how it works out for you as stuff grows on it. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
Yours was the best istruction video on building a catte panel arch! Thank you soo much!
You did an outstanding job
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks!
Thanks for the clear description.
So many great tips that make the job successful. Thank you
The best video about cattle panel trellis set up I've seen. I'm definitely going to use your method. Thank you.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
This was good information and after years finally know the right way to use the wires that come with steel/ metal posts.. Thanks..
Excellent -- thank you so much for taking the time to create such a clear & thorough explanation, including the specs you used! Those same specs will work for me, so you've made my shopping & planning easy! :)
Future project for my gardens! I've wanted to do this for years! Great explanation on how to do it! Thank you so much!
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks so much!
Thank you for very detailed instructions. I can’t wait to build this for my garden.
Thank you so much for the incredible detail for the different widths. Your video is the best I've seen for the process of putting these together in the way I want to do it in my yard.
Thanks so much! I am going to build a 3 panel arch and love the tips you gave, especially the ratchet straps.
Thank you so much for making such a great video! My husband and I just put ours up today. You made it very easy and understandable for someone who has never done this. This is the first structure I have ever had in a garden and I have needed it for so long. We also put up a panel for our tomatoes while we were at it. Thank you again for breaking it down so well and making it doable, safe, and attractive.
One of the best instructional how-to's I've seen on KZread. I already have established 4x8 garden boxes that I'll be using your method to put cattle panel trellises over. Thanks for explaining in detail how you did this. Perfect!
Thank you very much for your teaching. It’s very easy to do.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
You are very welcome!
I love this idea and plan to use it. Thank you. 🙂
Very well explained, calm, great visuals and good advise on safety. Thank you so much for posting this!!
Great advice, didn’t think of all the details we should keep in mind. Would have struggled to manage all of the factors you have cleared ! Thanks, installation will be much more managed and controllable - this is our next thing !
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
We hope it turns out great! Thanks for checking us out!
Excellent
I may build this one for my climbing roses. This is the best I have seen so far. Thank you
Well done 👏. I really appreciate it. I like the t post hucks .
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
Very good video! The “ratchet straps” that you used, even though they’re not really “ratchet”, are the best choice for this application! I can imagine some poor soul running out and buying ratchet straps to build these, and then struggling to make adjustments due to the unkind ratchets on that style! For the uninitiated, they need to be aware of the two types, and that the slider type is the way to go! Thanks for posting!
Many thanks for describing how to do it easily & detailed. You just solved my problem the easy way lol. More power.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it, thanks for checking us out!
Excellent instructions. Thank you❤️
Love 💕 your explanation of how to make a trellis with cattle panels , very thorough and easy to fallow, thank you and greetings from Massachusetts
Thank you - I learned a lot. Well detailed and explained. I won't be building this but you gave me plenty of info for building something else.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Let us know what you come up with.
Love the video - great presentation. Thanks!
Thank you for showing safety means time and planning, just like anything in nature 💐
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
We agree. 😃Thank you for checking us out.
Love this video. Thank you so much for taking the time to film this and for giving such easy to understand instructions.
Dude this video is so perfect for what I need. Thank you. The part about the clips was especially helpful.
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped! Let us know if what you end up growing on it if you make one! Thanks for checking us out!
Awesome, very thorough explanation!!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for checking us out!
Glad I watched, the ratchet straps make it easy, Thank YoU !
Thanks. I will be able to make my own trellis this spring. I will definitely follow use some of your safe instructions.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! We hope it works out. We would love to know what you plan to grow on it. Thanks for checking us out!
I love all the important details in this video!
Thank you, this was awesome, just what I was looking for 🙂 need to build a trellis for my climbing roses.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! I can imagine that would be great for roses... and they might stay green longer than squash! ;) Thanks for checking us out!
Thank you, I will begin to build mine this week. Your video was very helpful!!
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
We wish you all the best! You'll enjoy them.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video for us. This is exactly what we are trying to build this spring. :)
It is great to see another Northeast Florida gardener. Thanks for this video. I have always struggled with the t post clips. Not any more. Hope to see more videos from you soon.
@AnoleGarden
Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 😸 We are busy but hope to get back soon!
What a awesome video. Great explanation especially with the demonstration of the way to put the clips. Thank you both. God Bless!
Great video. loved the step by step. I will deff be doing this for my yard after watching this and seeing how easy you laid everything out. Thank you
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent, thanks! Come back and let us know how it goes!
Best trellis video. Very easy steps. It helped us build our trellis.
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
That's great! I hope you can grow a lot on your trellis! Thanks for joining us!
Hello, a new friend here! My wife and I have been wanting to do a trellis system this year so I am glad I came across your video! Stay safe and stay connected!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Welcome! We hope your build goes great and you can grow lots on it. Our squash is just starting to climb here. Thanks for checking us out!
You covered every question I had! Awesome vid!
@AnoleGarden
3 жыл бұрын
Excellent! Thanks for the commend and checking us out!
I'm a beginner and was superbly confused about all this.. but now feeling confident and ready to start... tx u explained it so well.. 😊❣
@AnoleGarden
2 жыл бұрын
You can do it! You'll love having the panels!
Thanks for the video! So helpful!