A A trellis is typically incorporated into gardens, and used primarily for climbers such as grapevines, clematis, ivy, and climbing roses or other climbing plants. The term pergola generally refers to trellis-work which is laid horizontally above head height to provide a partial roof in a garden or patio area.

A Bamboo is another great material to use when it comes to DIYing a trellis. Here, bamboo and twine form pyramid-shaped trellises that support growing tomato plants.

A “Specifically for growing plants, cattle panels make a good alternative to a more traditional trellis,” says Erich Schumacher of Trellis Structures in East Templeton, Massachusetts.