DIY garden arch for vertical gardening on budget

Two 4-ft tall T-posts, two sturdy garden trellises, three 10-ft long PVC pipes, 5 ft of chicken wire or other flexible fence material, and some zip ties.

First, measure the width of your metallic arch and set the trellises at that width. Then, drive the T-posts into the ground for extra support. Weave the PVC pipes through the edges of the plastic garden fence and add an extra pipe in the center for support. Finally, secure the PVC pipes to the trellises using zip ties.

No, painting is optional. We chose to cover the PVC pipes with permanent all-weather tape to match the color of our metallic arch.

The project can be completed in about 30 minutes, depending on your pace and experience.

The cost of one garden arch is approximately $15, including the T-posts, PVC pipes, and plastic fence. Additional costs may be incurred for optional items such as tape and zip ties.