## How to Build a Garden Vegetable Hammock
Introduction
Growing vegetables in a hammock is a great way to save space in your garden and maximize your yield. Vegetable hammocks are also a great way to deter pests and protect your plants from the elements. In this article, we will show you how to build a garden vegetable hammock.
Materials
2 4×4 posts, 8 feet long
2 2x4s, 8 feet long
12 1x4s, 8 feet long
16 carriage bolts, 1/2 inch x 4 inches
16 washers, 1/2 inch
12 eyebolts, 1/4 inch x 4 inches
12 S-hooks, 1/4 inch
12 lengths of twine, 8 feet long
12 vegetable plants
Tools
Drill
1/2 inch drill bit
1/4 inch drill bit
Circular saw
Miter saw
Hammer
Level
Measuring tape
Pencil
Instructions
1. Cut the posts and 2x4s. Cut the 4×4 posts to 8 feet long. Cut the 2x4s to 8 feet long.
2. Assemble the frame. Place the 4×4 posts on the ground, 8 feet apart. Place the 2x4s on top of the posts, perpendicular to the posts. Secure the 2x4s to the posts with the carriage bolts and washers.
3. Drill holes for the eyebolts. Drill 12 holes in the 2x4s, 1 foot apart. The holes should be 1/4 inch in diameter.
4. Screw in the eyebolts. Screw the eyebolts into the holes.
5. Attach the twine to the eyebolts. Tie one end of each length of twine to an eyebolt.
6. Create the hammock. Drape the twine over the 1x4s and tie the other end of each length of twine to an eyebolt on the opposite side of the frame.
7. Plant the vegetables. Plant the vegetable plants in the hammock.
8. Water the vegetables. Water the vegetables regularly.
Tips
You can use any type of wood to build the hammock, but cedar is a good choice because it is rot-resistant.
You can adjust the size of the hammock to fit your space.
You can add a shade cloth to the hammock to protect the plants from the sun.
You can use the hammock to grow a variety of vegetables, including tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and beans.
Conclusion
Growing vegetables in a hammock is a great way to save space in your garden and maximize your yield. Vegetable hammocks are also a great way to deter pests and protect your plants from the elements. By following the instructions in this article, you can build your own garden vegetable hammock in no time.