A Good Support System

One thing caught my eye during a recent assignment at the Bellevue Demo Garden..... the amazing variety of ways to create a support structure for your growing vegetables.  Take a look at these ideas.... all of which can be done with just odd bits and pieces you have around your home.
Here's a simple one that just uses some odd poles and string.....

Here's another idea...... a bit of scrap wire fencing bent over and given a little support on each end with some PVC piping and a "spine" of wood along the top......

Or how about this one?  Four poles in the corners and two layers of old fencing set up like layers of a cake (not my best photo, sorry..... look for the little blue ribbons to spot the layered mesh)....

Here's another variation on the layered cake idea..... this time with an old crate..... and a little plastic turns it into a snug little greenhouse/cloche for the emerging seedlings.  Also notice the little metal frame in front of it..... looks like an old shelving unit with the glass removed.

If you're into Dahlias, they require a more robust support system.  Umpteen old handles from worn out tools will do......

Into teepees and wig wams?  How about this one?

Got an old headboard from a bed?  Great way to keep stuff out of a landfill and add some whimsy to your garden....

In to camping?  The next two photos show examples of the "tent" approach.  Lean two segments of old wire fencing together and secure at the top..... voila!

Finally, if you're in to woodworking and want to go a little more up scale and "formal" you could build something like this..... very spiffy.

So, there you have it.  Umpteen ideas for your consideration.  Hope your veggies grow strong and tall!

What support set-ups do you have in your garden?  Using any interesting materials?  Got any you'd like to share?