How to Make a Garden Fence
A garden fence is a great way to protect your plants and vegetables from animals such as rabbits and deer. It will also provide a barrier for your own pets as well. There are a variety of materials to choose from to build your fence.
- Decide which material will work best for you. The material needs to have enough holes to keep the animals out and prevent them from eating your plants and vegetables. You also need to take into consideration your geographical location. If you live in cold region you will want to select a fence that is weather resistant. Also think about the maintenance that the fence will need during the year. If you are looking for low maintenance then a wire fence would be best for you. If you want a wooden fence to match the decor of your yard, then just know that the boards will need to be replaced in three to four years time.
- Measure your garden area. Using a tape measure, determine the length, width and depth of your garden. Write down these dimensions and take them with you so that you know how much material to purchase.
- Dig a hole for your posts. The posts need to be buried halfway into the ground. For example, if you have six-foot posts, then you need to bury them three-feet deep. Put the posts in the hole and fill in the rest of the hole with dirt. Check to make sure that the posts are planted firmly in the ground.
- Connect the fence to the posts. Use screws and pliers to attach the fence. Continue with this step until you have covered the entire area. Trim any extra fence material toward the edge of the post and secure it with hooks.