How Do You Grow Pumpkins On A Trellis?
Many people shy away from growing pumpkins because they have a small garden and don’t have room for a plant that can be such a space hog. One way to minimize the space that a pumpkin plant will need is to grow the plant upright on a trellis, rather than letting it sprawl on the ground. Another major benefit to trellising pumpkins is that your fruits will not be as susceptible to pests, rot, mold and diseases as they are when grown on the ground. Since pumpkins are a heavy fruit, some care needs to be taken when using a trellis, however the effort can be well worth it. Prepare your trellis system, such as mesh fencing supported by sturdy posts, pole tripods, or tautly pulled twine or wire tied to posts. Pumpkins need a sturdy trellis, and it will benefit you to have a lot of vertical supports. Choose a pumpkin variety with small to medium sized fruits, such as miniature pumpkins or pie pumpkins. Transplant your seedlings next to the trellis, or sow directly into the ground. Arrange the
