Make a LADDER SHELF
Looking for something both attractive and space saving to house your plants? Why not make a ladder shelf? The sky’s the limit, says Martin Fish
Martin Fish
Growing plants and displaying them around the garden is something we all do in different ways and one very good way to grow plants is on an open shelf system.This not only looks decorative, but it’s a great way of saving space and it allows you to grow a selection of plants together.
A ladder shelf is a very simple method and can be made in various ways to suit your needs and growing conditions. It is, as its name suggests, made from ladders and if you have an old wooden ladder kicking about that isn’t used any more it is ideal to turn into the frame for a shelf.
Alternatively, you can easily make a ladder-like structure out of wood that will look the part. The basic design is to use two pieces of ladder to create an A-shaped frame.