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Fence enough?

14 years ago

I'm brand new to SFGing (consider yourself warned). My 2 SFGs are along a chain link fence. If I plant tomatoes along this fence row, will that be sufficient climbing space? I'd rather not cage them or build a trellis, since I kind of have one there already. I'm guessing I'd need to encourage growth toward the fence.

Thanks in advance for your help.

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Comments (2)

sinfonian
14 years ago
Depends how high your fence is. 5 feet is probably too short for most tomatoes.

I'd love to have a nice fence next to my garden.
matrixman
14 years ago
Hard to picture...lots of variables. Pics would help if you would like an informed opinion.
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