Let’s Grow Up: Vertical Growing in the Vegetable Garden

Best Veggies for Climbing

If you’re just getting started, try these vertical superstars:

Cucumbers – Especially slicing or pickling types. Train them on a trellis or mesh.

Pole beans – Unlike bush beans, these love to climb and produce over a longer period.

Peas – Start early in spring; they’ll climb trellises or netting like pros.

Tomatoes – Indeterminate varieties grow tall and benefit from sturdy cages or stakes.

Melons & squash – Choose smaller, lightweight varieties and use slings to support the fruit.

Zucchini – While typically a sprawler, you can train it vertically with a little effort.

Even vining herbs like rosemary and nasturtiums can go up instead of out!

Why I Love Vertical Growing

Vertical gardening just feels hopeful. Watching vines stretch upward reminds me that even when we’re short on space—or time—we can still grow something fresh, healthy, and beautiful.

And bonus: vertical setups make gardens feel cozy and intentional. There’s a rhythm and beauty in walking through a space where everything has its place and purpose.

Let’s Grow Together

At TLC, we carry trellises, cages, climbing veggies, and everything you need to garden smarter—not harder. Whether you’re planting your very first cucumber or building a tunnel for pole beans, we’re here to help.

👩‍🌾 Let’s grow up this season—together.