Cattle Panel Trellis Reimagined | Transporting Them In A SUV

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  • Опубліковано 23 сер 2024
  • I wanted to give everyone a good video on how I build my cattle panel trellises using 2 8ft panels as opposed to the single 16ft panel. I also wanted to give you the visual of what they look like loaded in the back of my SUV. Are 2 8ft panels better to use? I introduce one of my thoughts as to why I think so.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 516

  • @milliewilkins2823
    @milliewilkins2823 Рік тому +15

    Great ideas. I'm an older woman, 72 but still in good shape, doing gardening by myself.
    Love your ideas. Lots of potential for me. Thx

  • @eatportchops
    @eatportchops 4 роки тому +128

    For the 16' I put an aluminum extension ladder on my minivan luggage rack and then load them on top. Works great. The ladder supports them so they don't flop around.

    • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
      @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 3 роки тому +2

      Great idea !

    • @teraanaam
      @teraanaam 3 роки тому +1

      Great idea- extends your loading space, and can tie it good and secure !

    • @christinehill4491
      @christinehill4491 3 роки тому +5

      I bought six and the same time, and paid the store to deliver them!

    • @mr.swagily2659
      @mr.swagily2659 2 роки тому +1

      so smart

    • @venuschildress5616
      @venuschildress5616 2 роки тому +2

      I was thinking the same thing! I tried to pick some up today, but the folks at the store wouldn't load them on my van. Jerks... I'm going to take someone with me next time.

  • @Vinnie-cv5qv
    @Vinnie-cv5qv 3 роки тому +37

    What I did was buy the 16 foot panels from Lowes. They are the Tarter brand, about $27 each. They can do truck delivery for $65. To justify the delivery cost, I made sure I ordered all the lumber and all oversized items that would not fit into a car. I waited a year until I slowly put my list together from 10 foot conduit tubes to heavy sand bags for starting my hardwood cuttings. I was in no rush and the cost of delivery was worth it.

    • @tmorrison5965
      @tmorrison5965 Рік тому +11

      just checked, they are almost $43 each now! YIKES.

    • @gardengrower7633
      @gardengrower7633 9 місяців тому

      Welcome to 2023 :(@@tmorrison5965

    • @joanies6778
      @joanies6778 3 місяці тому

      They are selling the 16 footers for $67 each at our local Bomgaars. Our HD doesn't carry them. Highway robbery!

    • @edbeals1793
      @edbeals1793 3 місяці тому

      $87 per 16' at my local hardware store. Last time I bought them they were around $40 ea. Ouch.

    • @dedsdidgdn
      @dedsdidgdn 3 місяці тому

      Uhaul rents trucks for just $20 a day.

  • @budfetterley6237
    @budfetterley6237 2 роки тому +40

    Bring a bolt cutter with you and you can cut 16 ft panels down before you load them. Also, if you often find yourself needing more hauling capacity, consider buying a light utility trailer. It's nearly as useful as a pickup, way cheaper and you can pull them with almost anything.

    • @NineSixteenGenetix916
      @NineSixteenGenetix916 7 місяців тому +10

      In 2019 I bought 16 ft. Cattle Panels from Lowes for $17....Now post-pandemic they're double the price, at $34 ea.

    • @elliottpeabody1287
      @elliottpeabody1287 6 місяців тому

      Damn those artificial pandemics!!! @@NineSixteenGenetix916

  • @bingo7799
    @bingo7799 Рік тому +4

    Elsewhere cattle are roaming the range because all the cattle panels are being used by gardeners.😊

  • @bearfruitgardening6908
    @bearfruitgardening6908 5 років тому +75

    The very reason I dont have cattle panel in my garden right this second is because I dont have a truck and you just solved that problem:) My poor hubby....lol

    • @MakingLemonadeFromLemons
      @MakingLemonadeFromLemons 5 років тому +6

      🤣🤣🤣 I know what you mean lol.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому +8

      Glad you found this helpful! Hopefully you can get some up and start enjoying them

    • @chipeddy7303
      @chipeddy7303 4 роки тому +6

      My SUV has light weight roof racks. I get 2 12’ 2x4’s and tie them & the Cattle panels to the roof racks leaving 2’ overhang on each end

    • @NayrbRellimer
      @NayrbRellimer 4 роки тому +4

      The only reason I don't have cattle panel trellises in my yard is because they don't seem to be available where I live. Not a single hardware store carries them and I can't find any suppliers online.

    • @paulmoss7940
      @paulmoss7940 4 роки тому +5

      @@NayrbRellimer Tractor supply?

  • @collinsddc1206
    @collinsddc1206 Рік тому +13

    Just found your channel on cattle panels. I’ve been trying to figure a way to get 16 ft on top of my suv, I know I can do 8ft. Thank you so very much for posting this, it helps us single older ladies/gents how to do this. Love how your garden landscape looks, so lovely to spend such a wonderful peaceful time there. Love seeing kids in the gardens too, teaches early

  • @melanieevansmartin5232
    @melanieevansmartin5232 5 років тому +29

    I have been using cattle panel trellises for 5 years. I love them. I even have a cattle panel greenhouse.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому +7

      Awesome! We have a cattle panel greenhouse also, except I had my brother help me get the 16 foot panels for that project, easier to lay plastic on a smooth panel

    • @debraschwicht9741
      @debraschwicht9741 4 роки тому +6

      How did you build your greenhouse? I feel like the $30 delivery fee from my favorite farm & garden store is reasonable if I buy lots at once (like 8 16 foot cattle panels at once-and this time, my next door neighbor and I are sharing that cost).

    • @melanieevansmartin5232
      @melanieevansmartin5232 4 роки тому +2

      Debra Schwicht we based our green house on Texas Prepper and his plans. ua-cam.com/video/-DKlXs8iov0/v-deo.html he has great instructions on his channel.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +6

      I did mine off the Texas Prepper design. I made the ends a solid wall because I plan on added shelves to the inside and making the wall a chalkboard so I can keep notes from the garden. I made a playlist of going through and building mine by myself with the 16 ft panels. ua-cam.com/play/PL87XADqglyUxG6R3vix-s-GAZXlBoLn3w.html The Texas Prepper instructional video is better for building plans, this was just my take on it

    • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
      @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 3 роки тому +3

      @@debraschwicht9741 I encourage you to ask a neighbor or friend to use their trailer if you know someone who has one. I have a nice trailer 6x10 or 12 and I loan it to everyone ! I think other people use it more than I do 😊 I don’t mind at all !!!

  • @fayekeller7411
    @fayekeller7411 4 місяці тому +1

    We've been using ranch panels we've been using those forever in our garden and around our ranch....and finally people are listening and using them. Of course that's making the price go up but it is what it is and hopefully you guys will farm and feed your families which is very important!

  • @sallycampbell7709
    @sallycampbell7709 3 місяці тому +1

    Just bought two 16’ers, bought beefy bolt cutters at Harbor Freight & cut the panels in half, loaded them in my suv/truck. Saved about $45 minus the bolt cutters. Thanks for the video!

  • @stepht5
    @stepht5 5 років тому +25

    Really good idea to use them for low tunnels in the winter!

  • @tomdongrace
    @tomdongrace 4 роки тому +5

    Thanks for showing how you haul the panels. Told my husband I want to make cattle panel trellis but we been waiting cuz we haven't figure out the best way to transport them without a truck. So glad to found your vid

  • @dianehawn3841
    @dianehawn3841 3 роки тому +5

    I am a sixty seven year old woman with a walker. I used the 16 x 4 panel, laid it on the ground, put bamboo poles on all four ends..with about 18 inches hanging below the fence. You have to think about it. Realize you are going to flip one side over to make a half, so the legs have to go out on both short sides. I Tie wrapped the bamboo poles all over to the poles, lifted the one set of legs to match the others. Tied them together to I could stand them up. Caution!!!! When you get them in place you need at least two, but should have four people. When you untie the rope, the fence will spring open. I like his 8 x 4 because the arches are tall enough I have to get a ladder to pick cherry tomatoes!

    • @1Lightdancer
      @1Lightdancer 3 роки тому

      I love how inventive you are, Diane! Where there's a will ....

  • @ziptiefighter
    @ziptiefighter 2 роки тому +5

    I like the versatility idea, particularly with regards to the low tunnel option. It'd be nice to mod with a modest framework + hinges. Cheap carabiners might be a viable option for connection points...and more durable than plastic in all seasons.
    Thanks for the helpful vid!

  • @culdesacgrocerygarden
    @culdesacgrocerygarden 5 років тому +6

    This is really helpful , to see how you get them home. It solves a huge problem for me! After watching this I think I can get two into the trunk of my Hyundai Sonata with the seats folded down. I’m glad you used my idea to unhook them and make low tunnels 😁😁😁😁 I am going to make my high arches slightly different and am going to make some videos soon on how this middle aged handicapped lady will do it on her own 👍

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому +2

      Right on! Should have gave you some credit, that would be interesting to see for sure

  • @okoorganics3830
    @okoorganics3830 3 роки тому +3

    This idea of flipping it to use as a wind tunnel. This is everything. Thanks so much. Also on how to pack the panel as Tractor Supply doesn't do delivery.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      it's nice for keeping stuff longer and getting an early start on some areas

  • @brettwhite5906
    @brettwhite5906 3 роки тому +3

    I've watched gardening and homesteading videos on UA-cam regularly for 2 years and this is the first video I have seen of yours. I'll be checking out your other videos for sure. Western Illinois

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      I've been making videos for 2 years now that's kind of crazy, but our channel is still pretty small. Thanks for watching hopefully you find some other stuff you enjoy

  • @dvssayer5621
    @dvssayer5621 Рік тому +4

    That was nice to watch how to handle 8 ft panels!!! We have a bunch of them and want to do that. Idk if the 2 of us are strong like you though as were older now! You made it look easy. It was so nice to see examples of how to handle them! I also thought of just tipping them toward each other in a point and tie them up.
    Enjoy your youth and vigor while you've got it! Your kids are so cute!

  • @abigailhaddock7319
    @abigailhaddock7319 2 роки тому +2

    Very helpful! As a single senior I found cattle panels to be so useful to extend what I can produce in my backyard garden. I want to put up more trellises this year and did not know about 8 ft panels. I use rebar pieces to hold panels against my wooden garden beds. Again easy for me to use and I can move them if necessary.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  2 роки тому +1

      I'll let you know if you haven't read some other comments but the prices are different nowadays for them, the 16' panels are a lot cheaper and if you take bolt cutters you can cut a 16' in hapf and save some money

  • @jaha5761
    @jaha5761 2 місяці тому

    I was told I needed to rent a large truck to get these home. Your way is so much better! Many thanks.

  • @debraschwicht9741
    @debraschwicht9741 4 роки тому +20

    Great ideas! Btw, I really like your Roots & Refuge shirt!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +5

      Thanks! It's one of my favorite shirts! Had to get one, Jess is so great and has been super kind and supportive of us here.

  • @aidanngreenwolfe200
    @aidanngreenwolfe200 4 роки тому +7

    Thank you! Thank you! I’ve been thinking about how I’m going to get 16ft cattle panels home! Lol
    Plus the high tunnel idea is amazing. Not to mention attaching them with the barbed hooks!. I got a lot out of this video thank you. I’ll be doing it your way this year.

  • @aimhighhomestead5862
    @aimhighhomestead5862 5 років тому +6

    I haven't been able to do a big garden this year and now I'm happy because this is the best idea I have seen with these panels. I saw your other video but taking them apart and making them into little green houses or tunnels is just genius!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому +1

      Our garden isn't that big but the vertical space these give you makes it easier to grow a lot more

  • @4classtime
    @4classtime 4 роки тому +4

    Clever! Easier for transporting was reason enough but I love the idea of being able to convert the arch into two little greenhouses. Very cool.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      It's nice to try and get the most use out of them as you can.

    • @gregzeigler3850
      @gregzeigler3850 Рік тому

      @@Citystead Great idea for us folks with smaller cars and no trucks or trailers. One could widen out the base to make it a bit shorter, yet cover more space! Great idea!

  • @angelaanderson5360
    @angelaanderson5360 3 роки тому +4

    I like the extended garden idea too.

  • @SozoSeasonFreedom
    @SozoSeasonFreedom 3 роки тому +1

    I just came across your video googling "how to haul 16 ft cattle panels on an SUV" 🤣 This is such a genius idea. Thank you!

  • @MykeHolmes
    @MykeHolmes 3 роки тому +3

    I wish I'd watched this before I rented a uhaul for my sixteen footer! 🤣 Love to see you including your kids, bro. Good dad stuff.

  • @JW-yt7lr
    @JW-yt7lr 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much ! I've watched so many veg. gardening videos this season and desperately wanted to make cattle panel arches and trellis but not one video has solved my fundamental problem ..... how to get the panels home in my car ! Thanks for your no nonsense , practical advice . I'm off to the hardware store in the morning .

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      Glad to hear this might have helped, it's been a few days, were you able to build some arch trellises?

    • @JW-yt7lr
      @JW-yt7lr 4 роки тому

      @@Citystead Thank you for your interest . I have ordered some eight foot cattle panels which should be here next week so I shall start building over the week end .
      This should work out really well as it will give me some time to clear out a couple of my veg beds and make ready for some interesting vining plants next season
      So happy that I am subscribed to you

  • @garyhobbs7404
    @garyhobbs7404 2 роки тому +2

    2-8 foot panels makes a lot of sense versus a 16 footer because it will support a lot more fruit when they’re overlapped on the top! Thanks for sharing this I was just about to pick up some 16 foot panels today!

  • @gaylejansen488
    @gaylejansen488 2 роки тому +3

    Might be easier to lay panels flat and attach the top together then use your ratchet straps to bend the panels to desired width and put in place to attach at the bottom. 👍 Thanks for the SUV tip. I'm going to try it 😊

  • @KatLally
    @KatLally 3 роки тому +3

    So helpful, especially showing it in the car. Now to just find some in stock.

  • @donaldduke2233
    @donaldduke2233 3 роки тому +3

    Great video. I wish I'd seen it before I bought the 16 foot panels. The 8 foot panels are so much more versatile. Thanks for sharing it with us.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      Thanks! There's always room to build more 😄

  • @christyhughes6632
    @christyhughes6632 Рік тому +1

    I just toted 16 ft panel in my SUV about a mile from Tractor Supply to home... sometimes even if there's a will you really shouldn't make a way. I did not put a single scratch on my Dash😃 but I cracked the windshield and tore the fabric on the the frame around the window😖 on a more exciting note, I finally have a cattle panel arch in my backyard like I've wanted🤣

  • @tanjowil9743
    @tanjowil9743 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks, you have helped me to look at using this trellis method for my roses out of the pots into a bed. 🌻

  • @kayscarlett3772
    @kayscarlett3772 3 роки тому +1

    I’m glad to see this arch, because I already have 8 foot panels and don’t want to buy 16 foot panels unnecessarily

  • @SustainablyYoursHomestead
    @SustainablyYoursHomestead 4 роки тому +4

    Awesome idea for the dual purpose trellis! I may have to rethink my plans for my trellises, now.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      Thank you! It gives the garden more possibilities

  • @AmeliaRate
    @AmeliaRate 3 роки тому +9

    My husband has started calling my car my "TruckUV" because I've put so much stuff in the back. looks like there's one more thing I can fit!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      Heck yeah my little rendezvous is like my truck, so much stuff get shoved in that thing

    • @lynzysconstitutionalcrashc7836
      @lynzysconstitutionalcrashc7836 3 роки тому

      @@Citystead I used to have a LeSabre....I moved so many things in that car! 🤣

    • @heatherb7999
      @heatherb7999 3 роки тому

      I'm headed to tractor supply now lol

  • @emilyegbert8640
    @emilyegbert8640 3 роки тому +1

    This is a very clever idea! Fellow SUV driver here I had the same questions about transport vs cost. I love the addition of a low tunnel opportunities for fall! Fantastic!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      you can buy the 16ft panels and cut them in half to save some money

  • @IowaKim
    @IowaKim 4 роки тому +25

    Brilliant! I have a pick up truck but I’m thinking that these 8 foot panels are more versatile as you showed changing from a tunnel to a trellis. I’m 60-year-old female and the 8 foot panels would be a lot easier for me to handle. Thanks much!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +3

      One of the biggest pluses to me is just being able to handle them a little easier and safely

    • @onemoredoll5791
      @onemoredoll5791 2 роки тому +3

      I am about your age too and husband doesnt help with anything so I fins the 8' panels easier for myself to bring home and install. I have just put up 2 straight across. Once I get more raised garden beds I will be doing this.

  • @jayareddy9815
    @jayareddy9815 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant idea. I love the idea that it fits in an SUV

  • @iwannaknow430
    @iwannaknow430 6 місяців тому

    Thank you for showing how you transported them in an SUV!

  • @AlongTheRiverHomestead
    @AlongTheRiverHomestead 5 років тому +1

    I like the idea of using it as a low tunnel then switching it to a regular arched trellis! GENIUS JOSH!! Growing vines and feeling finnneeee!!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      man should of used that as the videos title Growing vines and feeling finnneeee!!

    • @AlongTheRiverHomestead
      @AlongTheRiverHomestead 5 років тому

      The Citystead 😂😂 yessss🙌🏻

  • @reginawagner2810
    @reginawagner2810 Рік тому

    Love your one person arch trellises. Most videos show 2-3 people forming them! 😂 I tend to overplant my garden and your video gave me lots of ideas!! Very thorough!! 🌞🍅🌱🥒🌶️🌿🌻

  • @TigOlBitties1985
    @TigOlBitties1985 4 роки тому +3

    Great idea! I really like the low tunnel idea. I have an odyssey and brought home 2 16' panels on top on the rack. They hung off the back but I just took it slow and put a flag on it.

  • @imfittted4829
    @imfittted4829 2 роки тому +3

    This makes way more sense to me to do it this way. I was watching MIgardeners video where he put a 16 foot panel across the top of his sedan and drove it home with his hazard lights on and I was like there’s no way I’m doing that plus tractor supply is like 20 minutes away from my house.

    • @crispusattucks4007
      @crispusattucks4007 Рік тому

      Exactly my problem, exactly the same distance to TS, and watched MIGardeners vid too! The 8ft x2 is the perfect solution

  • @wallstreethomestead5979
    @wallstreethomestead5979 5 років тому +4

    I have never seen the 8 ft panels around here. Great idea and thank you sharing your idea, always good to see new ideas. Keep bringing the great videos.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому +1

      Someone suggested you could also get a 16 foot panel and use bolt cutters to cut it in half

  • @swampsagacity4685
    @swampsagacity4685 Рік тому

    I plan on erecting my first cattle panel for my upcoming spring garden.
    I am going to sink wooden fence posts for support instead of using
    T-posts.
    The fence posts are easier to remove if necessary & I can also add hardware to the wooden posts for hanging tools/ hoses and growing potted plants.

  • @JamesSmith-pt8dy
    @JamesSmith-pt8dy 3 роки тому +1

    Aw ... she's beautiful 😇 Hey .. everyone Moniee-Mon, is listening thanks for the info vedios keep doing what'cha do best God bless ya!.

  • @sueannag4881
    @sueannag4881 2 роки тому +1

    Spray the ends with some plastic dip to prevent cuts and scrapes on yourself as well as your vehicle as long as you don't go over oard will still be easily placed into the ground if needed.

  • @FoodForesters
    @FoodForesters 5 років тому +2

    Great info video! We use the 16 foot and fold them in half, strap them on top of my Jeep! We have an archway up our ramp for the passion fruit vines to grow on and give us shade against the house!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      Oh man I love passion fruit! They have the prettiest flowers

  • @LarYuillSon
    @LarYuillSon 4 роки тому +1

    Oh my goodness, I have wanted to get some but I could not for the life of me figure out how I was going to get them home. These will easily fit now that you showed how to transport, carry and set them up. Thank you so much.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      So excited to hear this might help you out!

  • @CustomGardenSolutions
    @CustomGardenSolutions 5 років тому +4

    I think I like the 8 foot version too. Cool that they are over your walkway. I'm a big fan of the U nails.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      yeah they worked out great for me

  • @LostThymeOverlandAdventures
    @LostThymeOverlandAdventures 3 роки тому

    You have changed my life! My garden life, that is!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      Wow that is some praise! Hope this really helps you out, you can also buy the 16ft panel and cutting it in half with bolt cutters to save some money

  • @Laborkei
    @Laborkei 4 роки тому +4

    Thanks for your video, this helped me decide my approach on doing cattle panels. I am in Marietta, Georgia... I want to plant Melons this year, and I am off to Tractor Supply this weekend. I have a truck and trailer, so will probably use that.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      So happy to hear I could help you out some!

  • @wndrfullife
    @wndrfullife 3 роки тому +5

    Very clever! I subscribed. :) I think Deer Stakes would be a great way to anchor your cattle panels. That's what I want to do to build my cattle panel greenhouse this year. So I don't have to buy wood, and make a frame at the bottom.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      Yeah you should be able to

  • @crispusattucks4007
    @crispusattucks4007 Рік тому

    I don’t know how the UA-cam algorithm works but this was literally my problem: trying to figure how to transport those massive 16 foot panels in my crappy car. This is a genius idea

  • @nataliesmith6208
    @nataliesmith6208 4 роки тому +6

    Thank you for the idea of using the 8 ft panels. I was struggling with thought of having to transport the 16ft. I have a Durango and this could possibly work for me.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +1

      You could also buy a 16ft panel and use bolt cutters to cut it in half. They are a little cheaper, I just have limited time and getting two 8ft panels was just quicker amd easier

  • @gr82bloved43
    @gr82bloved43 2 роки тому +1

    I was racking my mind trying to figure out how I was going to get a panel home in a Toyota forerunner lol - breaking it up -great idea 👍

  • @bpsitrep
    @bpsitrep Рік тому

    Great video!! We were going to use the 16 ft but when I went to see them in person and also having an 'urban' garden/space - time for Plan B. And the 8ft panels are going to have to work. Seeing how you work with them 'year round'' makes more sense especially for the 'urban gardener'. Maximizing space is a huge factor.

  • @lynettamurdoch5443
    @lynettamurdoch5443 4 місяці тому

    Cattle panels are not only “especially good for the North.” I’m in SW Oklahoma where the sun and 100 degree temperatures are relentless in the summer, so these are good for supporting shade cloth. Since we also have destructive hail and wind storms, I prefer the strong cattle panels, which can be anchored securely, to help support the cloth or plastic to protect plants from total destruction. Smaller, wimpier wire structures blow over, get shape shifted, etc.

  • @everybodyluvsmonkeys
    @everybodyluvsmonkeys 3 роки тому

    Thank you! This helps me very much. I sent this to my husband. No more excuses!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      Very happy to hear this

  • @luckychicav7981
    @luckychicav7981 5 років тому +2

    Josh those are wonderful ideas!! 😉 I watched the previous video where you mentioned the reason for the 8ft panels so you could transport them in your car. I'm glad you showed in this one how you did it. Wonderful ideas, thank you!! 👍🏼

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      Thanks, I really wanted to make a more informational video about it

  • @LynnLamont
    @LynnLamont 4 місяці тому

    I used 12 foot panels, and started them up on the t posts about 2 ft. It makes it taller which is great for pole beans. I put them in my truck bed and away we went.

  • @johnjude2685
    @johnjude2685 4 роки тому +1

    Yes I see some benift about the 8' size,
    Thanks for showing your ways

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      They can offer some flexibility for sure

  • @learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594
    @learnjcbskidsterchickensga7594 2 роки тому +1

    Love your approach, thx for sharing! Found out some cable ties are uv resistant.....never read the bag all these years! Usually black.

  • @blessedfromtexas5432
    @blessedfromtexas5432 4 роки тому +3

    Wonderful! I was thinking of using my panels for a “greenhouse” effect over my beds.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +2

      We have a cattle panel greenhouse also and it works great, get warm enough for seed starting in the early spring and we over wintered some greens in it this past winter

  • @melaniemcafee1775
    @melaniemcafee1775 4 роки тому

    Sweet garden helpers! So great to see the fam outside gardening!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      They are the best garden helpers!

  • @tomstevens8243
    @tomstevens8243 26 днів тому

    Don't know if anyone mentioned it yet but if you turn the 16' panels on their edge and bow them in, (Bowed middle up against the back of your bed and the open ends towards the tailgate) they will fit inside a standard bed truck with the tailgate closed (Just). Just put a strap on them from corner to corner.

  • @normbograham
    @normbograham 6 місяців тому

    This reminds me of explaining to the insurance company, how I busted a window in the minivan, while loading it. (lol). And b.t.w. You could buy the 16' panels, and cut them in half in the parking lot before loading. If the panels are smaller then 8x4, then they would fit in the dodge caravans without folding.

  • @claudiaheyer6240
    @claudiaheyer6240 4 роки тому

    I love it when people think outside the box!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      Thank you! I was loving the trellises but wanted to find ways to make them even more useful

  • @cynthiaklug6020
    @cynthiaklug6020 4 місяці тому

    Your little helper is so cute!! ❤

  • @EssayonsFG
    @EssayonsFG 5 років тому +1

    Great use of the cattle panels, Josh. And showing how to use the resources you have in moving them to the citystead!
    Rob

  • @fldesigner5047
    @fldesigner5047 Рік тому

    Tried to order 16' panels from TS, they wanted $300 just for delivery! Crazy! Closest store is 22 mi away. I was able to order from our local feed store for pick up. My neighbor needed to pick-up a few big things from HD, so we splitting the cost of a 15' Uhaul ($55) and just rolled the panels in half. I picked up some 2x4s
    , concrete blocks, t-posts & a bale of hay since we had the truck. Ended up being a win/win for both of us.

  • @SonniesGardenPA
    @SonniesGardenPA Рік тому

    Wow! I was just thinking about this because I'm purchasing mine this weekend. Your video popped up just in time. Thanks for sharing.

  • @Highlander.7
    @Highlander.7 10 місяців тому

    i fit 3x 16ft panels in my 5' bed no problem. the folks at tractor supply helped me bend them into a U shape with the open end facing the tailgate, the bend towards the cab

  • @HergerTheJoyous
    @HergerTheJoyous 3 роки тому

    Digging the music! I have a small pick up truck and this is a lot safer idea to transport! Thanks.

  • @13MoonsOverMayhem
    @13MoonsOverMayhem 5 років тому +3

    Great tips! Looking forward to getting my raised beds in so I can make these trellises.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      You will love them once you start using them

  • @JRileyStewart
    @JRileyStewart Рік тому

    This is actually pretty ingenious! Thx for the idea.

  • @acresofclayhomestead
    @acresofclayhomestead 5 років тому +1

    I love the low tunnel idea! Thanks for sharing.

  • @janb8015
    @janb8015 4 роки тому +1

    First off... LOVE your shirt =) Second.. Thank you for this video. You've solved quite a few issues for me. I wanted a trellis to go over the walkways between my raised beds but I also wanted to make a sort of hoop house run for my chickens that would be on one raised bed I wouldn't use (alternately each year) but couldn't figure out how to have both the trellis and the hoop run. With your idea of using 8ft panels that will give me the flexibility to have the trellis and also rotate which will be the hoop run. The added bonus of having greenhouses for colder weather for growing is great too! Thanks again!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому +1

      Awesome! Yeah I really like that shirt, had to get it. So glad you found this helpful, I was really hoping to add a new thought process and new possibilities to something that people already loved. Why not make them as functional as possible.

  • @ccine515
    @ccine515 4 роки тому +1

    Nice alternative to the 16' panels. I would like to suggest using 2 sets vice grips or locking pliers as a third hand to connect the panels at the arch. Especially when you don't have someone to help hold them together for you. I've picked up a few tricks and tips over the years having to do a lot of work by myself....& your ratchet straps could be handy in that regard also. 😉👍🏼🛠

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      You know that's a good idea 😂, I love getting the suggestions to help make this process easier because pulling the panels together is hard for sure. Plus I can help pass these little tips on 🙏 much appreciated

  • @fabricdragon
    @fabricdragon 4 місяці тому

    P.S. the truss style concrete block reinforcing "panels" (6 inches wide, ten feet long) flex nicely and fit in the back of a regular sedan style car with the back seat down. i demo that on my garden channel.

  • @jcbfree
    @jcbfree 5 місяців тому

    I saw another video where they took the 16' and put into a u shape and put it into pickup bed. Yours is a good idea if you don't have a pickup

  • @Markslife101
    @Markslife101 5 років тому +2

    Great info thanks for sharing! Panels are something we have to invest in soon. Next year I'm going back to pole beans. My back can't handle the bush type.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      I tried bush beans one year and that was enough for me!

  • @kensayre6919
    @kensayre6919 4 роки тому

    Good idea. I cut the ends off so that I have spikes that are pressed down and to the inside of the frame. No staples needed & is stronger.

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  4 роки тому

      Oh I like that, it would be nice to be able to do it with tools or anything extra

  • @FarmingOurBackyard
    @FarmingOurBackyard 5 років тому +2

    Using them as a low tunnel is a good idea. I am excited to see how they work out for you. Thanks for giving us ideas on different growing tricks. 😊

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      Glad to share and hopefully it will get people thinking and we can all get even more ideas

  • @valkyriesardo278
    @valkyriesardo278 Рік тому

    For the low tunnels...You would not need to staple both ends to either side of the center bed. Staple only the end that remains permanently in place. For Summer, you want to lift the other end of the panel to form a high tunnel. Staple a narrow board to that free end. Use that narrow board to anchor some variation of hook and eye hardware so that the free end of the panel can be readily attached and detached for its dual purpose. That way you could avoid laborious nailing and nail pulling or some very tedious tying and untying.

  • @twilson377
    @twilson377 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks for the detailed, yet simple instructions and ideas. Looking forward to doing this for my new grape vines. 🍇

  • @xxahugemanatee
    @xxahugemanatee 3 роки тому +1

    i was starting to give up on the idea of using cattle panels for the trellises i want to build because of not having the transportation to get the 16 ft panels home. thanks for this video!!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      I really hope this helps and you get your trellises

  • @CliffsidePermaculture
    @CliffsidePermaculture 3 роки тому +2

    These are really great ideas, thanks so much for sharing your experience with the 8 foot panels, I am getting excited about this!

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому +1

      their pretty useful and a lot easier to handle

  • @angelasbusybeesgardenandho4627
    @angelasbusybeesgardenandho4627 3 роки тому +1

    What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.

  • @gbc3156
    @gbc3156 3 роки тому

    I'm a 66 year old and transported 2) 16 ft. panels on my Ford Explorer using 4 short bungie cords to secure to the roof rack and ALSO 4 longer ones to the bumper and trailer hitch. Nary a wiggle or jiggle the whole way home. Trick is in the tension. (All 8 sold in a box for $6.99- small price to pay for safety.)

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  3 роки тому

      For sure possible, just trying to think of ways to make it easier and more accessible to everyone

  • @leighkalbfleisch6894
    @leighkalbfleisch6894 5 років тому +3

    Hey Josh at Citystead, I just found your channel & have been binge watching !! I can't remember who directed me to you. They said that you were located in Michigan & so am I. So I was really surprised to see that you are in Lapeer since I live in Capac. I don't have a homestead but am very interested in starting one. My husband & I are a lot older now, actually just got out first Social Security checks (honestly don't know how this has happened, lol). Not sure how much we will be able to do at our age.
    Well, just wanted to say hi "neighbor" & that you are doing something great for your family !! 😊

    • @Citystead
      @Citystead  5 років тому

      Awesome! I'm sure you will be able to still get a lot done! My wife is from Capac we were just that way and stopped at Mr. R's

    • @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123
      @rnupnorthbrrrsm6123 3 роки тому

      I live in a rural area in a little tiny “town” so I have room for a big garden and I could have chickens but being a single 53 yr old woman working full time it’s hard to take care of everything. I also have neighbors who are older, we are going to share some of the work and share the produce and eggs ! With the way things are going hopefully it will bring communities together and we can help each other out !!!
      I encourage you to check around, you might find something that works for you without starting from scratch!!
      Blessings

    • @casual454t1
      @casual454t1 3 роки тому

      @Leigh Kalbfleisch Hi! Did your husband happen to work for a utility company? I live in Michigan, as well, and close to your vacinity.

  • @rabbitphilly1196
    @rabbitphilly1196 3 роки тому

    Love the idea of versatility as hoop house and arch

  • @heyitsagoodlife
    @heyitsagoodlife 5 років тому

    Video is so good Josh! I definitely agree that if it panels are the way to go and that it’s a ways they’re way more versatile. Plus, usually they’re easier to transport. Eggs are looking really good over there!

  • @michaelschmitt7662
    @michaelschmitt7662 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video and your time.

  • @Julietate1
    @Julietate1 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks for all the ideas. Also, I love your Roots & Refuge shirt😃.

  • @JamesSmith-pt8dy
    @JamesSmith-pt8dy 3 роки тому +1

    Aw .. handsome son ..he favor one of the Brother sons at our church😇🙏💯💞

  • @spafa9
    @spafa9 Рік тому

    thank you for posting this. Been trying to figure out how to get the panel home. I think the 8 foot is more manageable

  • @HungNguyen-ee4xi
    @HungNguyen-ee4xi 11 місяців тому

    thanks for sharing, this is exactly what I needed. I also don't have a truck or trailer, this gives me a way out :D.