Trellis Parts and Components

These are the standard parts we use to build strong EMT conduit trellises. 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.

  • Jute twine

    Supports climbing plants along the trellis frame. Simply tie it on to the EMT.

    Buy: Ace

  • 5mm allen key

    Tightens Maker Pipe EMT fittings

    Buy: Maker Pipe | Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    Conduit cutter

    Cuts EMT conduit to length.

    Buy: Maker Pipe | Lowes | Home Depot

  • 3/4 inch EMT electrical conduit, 10 feet Long

    Forms the vertical legs and horizontal top bars of the trellis frame.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    3/4 inch EMT electrical conduit, 5 feet Long

    Same as the 10 foot length above, but easier to transport without a truck.

    Buy: Lowes | Home Depot

    EMT fittings 

    Connect EMT sections to form the trellis structure.

    Buy: Maker Pipe, made in the USA

    Conduit coupling

    Joins two EMT conduits together.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

  • Rebar

    Helps anchor the trellis legs at ground level.

    Buy: Lowes | Home Depot

    Metal stakes

    Helps anchor the trellis legs at ground level.

    Buy: Lowes | Home Depot

    Self drilling screws

    Secures fittings and accessories to EMT.

    Buy: Lowes | Home Depot

  • 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.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    Rain Bird bubbler

    Provides overhead watering when paired with irrigation tubing.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes

    Irrigation tubing punch tool

    Creates holes for drip irrigation fittings.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    End closure for 1/2 inch irrigation tubing

    Caps the end of irrigation tubing

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    Irrigation to garden hose adapter

    Connects a garden hose to drip irrigation tubing.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

  • ‍Shade cloth

    Reduces sun exposure during extreme heat.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | Home Depot

    Frost cloth

    Provides protection during freezing temperatures.

    Buy: Lowes | HD

    Animal fencing

    Creates a barrier to deter animals.

    Buy: Lowes | HD

    Bird netting

    Helps reduce bird access to plants.

    Buy: Lowes | HD

    Burlap natural fabric

    Provides light shade or wind buffering.

    Buy: Ace | Lowes | HD