Projects for Garden Lattices & Fences
Use garden lattice and fencing in several ways throughout the garden. Enhance the landscape with several useful projects this year. When building around food gardens and livestock, avoid the use of woods treated with poisonous preservatives. Keeping the base of wood and lattice fencing an inch or two away from the soil's surface will combat rot and wood-eating insects. Does this Spark an idea?
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Disguise Compost Heaps
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Compost heaps aren't attractive to most gardeners. Lattice around the perimeter of the heap keeps the area tidy. Hidden from view, a compost heap will be less of an eyesore and potential complaint-provoker from neighbors. A lattice top will discourage cats, dogs and other pests from entering the bin.
Garden Room Divider
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Use lattice or short board fencing to make garden room dividers. The walls can be tall or short. Shorter walls keep the garden from feeling claustrophobic, while tall walls keep a bit of mystery in the garden. If the fencing is sturdy enough, try hanging pots of plants and outdoor artwork. This detailing makes the garden feel more like a real room. For added creativity, try building fully louvered fencing sections.
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Mobile Chicken Run
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Sturdy lattice attached to 2-by-4 inch boards will make an attractive, mobile pen for chickens. Moving the pen over compost heaps and new gardens creates a no-till way to garden. The chickens scratch the ground looking for juicy bugs and weeds while at the same time turning their droppings into the soil. Once the chickens clear the area, simply move the coop to another spot of the garden. Prevent attacks from predators by covering the top with lattice or wire and supervising the chickens as they graze.
Build an Arbor
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Whether stained or painted, lattice arbors bring substance to the landscape. The holes in the lattice provide a good place for blooming vines to twine. It is a good idea to screw the lattice to 2-by-4 or 4-by-4 inch support posts for strength. Heavier woods add an even stronger appearance to the landscape. This type of arbor works better for strong vines like wisteria and grapes.
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