Gardening Quote by Mel Bartholomew
““Now that the vertical frame has been constructed, it is time to add something for the plants to grow on. I used to use either special wide-opening fencing or good strong synthetic twine or cord, but then along came this beautiful, soft, indestructible nylon netting with large openings you can reach through. This nylon garden netting is now the only material I use for vertical gardening. It’s white, keeps its color, can’t be broken, will last forever, and is easy to work with. The netting is tied tightly and securely to the top and sides of the vertical frame, and the plants can then be gently woven in and out of the netting as they grow. The netting comes in 4- and 5-foot widths and various lengths and is available at most garden centers and catalogs. When””
About This Quote
Source Book: Square Foot Gardening, 1991
A durable, easy‑to‑use nylon netting simplifies vertical gardening, allowing plants to grow freely and be maintained easily.
In simple terms: Nylon netting makes vertical gardening easy.
Key Takeaway
Use sturdy netting for vertical gardens.
Themes
gardening
innovation
efficiency
Mood
practical
enthusiastic
Type
instructional
inspirational
When to use this quote
- urban balconies
- community gardens
- home growers
Key Concepts
horticulture
design
Questions to Reflect On
- What plants benefit most from vertical netting?
- How can you adapt netting for different climates?
A Different Perspective
Netting may limit plant types that need support.
