How to Make a Wire Obelisk

Each plant in a garden contributes an element of texture to the whole, such as height, color or fragrance. Vining plants add dimension and interest to a home garden, but giving them the stable support they need to grow can present a visual challenge for the gardener. A wire obelisk serves as both a decorative interest and a climbing support for vining plants, adding beauty and function to your home garden.

6 metal rods, 5/16 in diameter, 3 feet long
Compass
Wood square, 5 3/4 by 5 3/4 by 2 inches
Drill and 5/16-inch bit
Garden wire, 115 feet
Pliers or wire cutters

Instructions

- 1
  Bend the centers of six metal rods gently over a table or bench so they curve slightly. Compare the rods with each other while bending to keep the curve even.
- 2
  Mark a 5.5-inch-diameter circle on the wood square using a compass.
- 3
  Mark and drill six holes on the circle using a drill fitted with a 5/16-inch bit. Space the holes fairly evenly around the circle.
- 4
  Insert a metal rod into each hole, and position the rods so they curve slightly outward.
- 5
  Create a ring around the top of the circle using garden wire. Wrap wire several times to create a ring about 3/4 inch thick. Cut the wire with pliers or wire cutters, and tuck the end inside the ring.
- 6
  Fit the wire ring created in step 5 over the rods, and secure it to the rods with additional pieces of garden wire.
- 7
  Repeat steps 5 and 6 as many times as desired, moving down the obelisk toward the base.

How to Landscape With Marigolds

How to Get Rid of Spider Mites During the Flower Stage

Flower Garden