Trellis Parts and Components
These are parts and tools that used to build trellises made of EMT. Some links below are affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Building a trellis? See our Guides for parts lists.
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3/4 inch EMT electrical conduit, 10 feet Long
Forms the vertical legs and horizontal top bars of the trellis frame.
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3/4 inch EMT electrical conduit, 5 feet Long
Same as the 10 foot length above, but easier to transport without a truck.
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EMT “Tee” fittings
Connect EMT sections to form the trellis structure. Used in A-Frame trellises.
Buy: Maker Pipe (USA) | Amazon
EMT “90 degree” fittings
Connect EMT sections to form the trellis structure. Used in Box Frame trellises.
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EMT coupling
Joins two EMT conduits together.
Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot
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Jute twine
Supports climbing plants along the trellis frame. Compostable at end of season. Simply tie it on to the EMT.
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Jute netting
Gridded jute netting for easy, one time installation to the trellis frame. Simply tie it on to the EMT.
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Wire Rope (includes hardware)
Use this for a more permanent connection to the EMT than twine. See our guide here.
Buy: Amazon
Metal Zip Ties
Used to secure wire rope to EMT.
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5mm allen key
Tightens EMT fittings
Buy: Maker Pipe | Ace | Lowes | Home Depot
Conduit cutter
Cuts EMT conduit to length.
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Crimping Tool
Used to secure wire rope using crimping sleeves.
Buy: Amazon
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Rebar
Helps anchor the trellis legs at ground level.
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Metal stakes
Helps anchor the trellis legs at ground level.
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Self drilling screws
Secures fittings and accessories to EMT.
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Magnet
Stick metal tools or accessories to the trellis, such as pruning shears, scissors, or small hand tools. Works well with the Fastener Mount.
Buy: Amazon
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Our Irrigation Mounts are designed to secure 1/2 inch irrigation tubing to the trellis.
1/2 inch irrigation tubing
Delivers water along the trellis.
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Rain Bird bubbler
Provides overhead watering when paired with irrigation tubing.
Irrigation tubing punch tool
Creates holes for drip irrigation fittings.
Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot | Green Acres
End closure for 1/2 inch irrigation tubing
Caps the end of irrigation tubing
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Irrigation to garden hose adapter
Connects a garden hose to drip irrigation tubing.
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Shade cloth
Reduces sun exposure during extreme heat.
Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot | Green Acres
Frost cloth
Provides protection during freezing temperatures.
Buy: Lowes | HD | Green Acres
Animal fencing
Creates a barrier to deter animals.
Bird netting
Helps reduce bird access to plants.
Burlap natural fabric
Provides light shade or wind buffering.