Is it adequate to stake tomatoes or should those round wire (frame) be used instead?

Question

I have 6 plants in a row that cannot be supported. I have 6 others that are growing up against a fence. I figure I can tie some rope between the 4x4s 8 feet apart at different heights and the tomato plants up against the fence will follow that. Am I thinking correctly here?

The pole beans need staking too. Thinking 4' stakes with fencing for them to follow would be good?

Answer 1

i like to stake my tomatoes because the wire cages are not high enough to hold my vines,it not a good idea to try and grow tomatoes against a fence,it blocks the sun and tomatoes need lots of sun. the pole beans has runners on them,and need something to run on.good luck.

Answer 2

Tomatoes are hugely heavy plants, especially when the tomatoes start ripening (all that water inside).  You can't overdo the sturdiness of your supports.  I've used teepees of six or seven tall bamboo poles, but it was dicey and I had to tie the plants on all over the place.  The tall cages are best, and it's also best to put them in place when the plants are first put in the ground because they are so brittle.  Since you haven't done that, just do your best and make whatever support you use the strongest you can manage.  I don't think rope is going to cut it.

As for the pole beans, they need tall supports because they are going to grow a lot taller than 4 feet.  Bamboo poles wigwams are good here.  Be sure to keep them picked at all times or they will stop producing.

Answer 3

just stake tomatoes

Answer 4

We love to garden too. Tomatoes are so easy if done properly. I would recommend the round wire frame for the best results. That way when the wind blows or it rains really heavy and you have nice juicy tomatoes, they shouldn't get tore up.

Be careful not to overwater, by the way. That can cause the tomatoes to split open and they'll be ruined.

Good luck! I hope y'all enjoy a bountiful harvest. :o)