[header] How to make a tomato cage christmas tree [title] Get a heavy-duty tomato cage from a gardening supply store. [step] They are different from regular plant teepees in that they have a round base instead of a triangular one. Choose your cage's height based on how tall you want the tree to be.
[header] How to make a tomato cage christmas tree [title] Get a heavy-duty tomato cage from a gardening supply store. [step] They are different from regular plant teepees in that they have a round base instead of a triangular one. Choose your cage's height based on how tall you want the tree to be.
[title] Tie the bottom of the tomato cage to form a cone. [step] Take the prongs above the smallest ring, and gather them together. [title] Cut the cage to fit under the tree so it looks neat. [step] Use a sharp knife to cut a hole roughly one foot from the bottom of the leafy base. [title] Find a black or red pegboard or piece of plywood to work with. [step] Cut it to the desired height without any jagged edges. [substeps] Visit a seller of tomato cages at your local home improvement or post office store. Speak to the employee and ask them to tell you how tall the cage should be.