As the name suggests the canes or poles are arranged in a teepee structure and tied at the top with a rope or wire. If the teepee is too large, then too much productive soil is left in th… See more

This is the classic structure and consists of two rows of poles or canes about 45cm (18in) apart and tied at the top with string or twine. On windier sites the rows should be placed furth… See more

A trellis makes an excellent bean support, particularly if recycled from some other purpose. With a bit of imagination, all kinds of recycled and repurposed materials can be turned i… See more

Hazel – and several other types of tree, willowis good for example – can be coppiced to provide strong and flexible poles. A two-year-old withy is usually long enough an… See more