Use chicken wire to create an attractive cloche for plants to keep away hungry critters.
No wonder the inexpensive hexagonal mesh proves essential for agardeners toolshed.
Chicken wire is lightweight yet durable and flexible enough for shaping.
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The netting forms a practical see-through wire cloche that makes an interesting accent in the garden.
Cut chicken wire to the desired heightas tall as or taller than the pot.
Cut a semicircular piece of chicken wire to fit around the lampshade frame.
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Cut away excess wire and use needle-nose pliers to wrap cut ends around the chicken wire.
Use needle-nose pliers to wrap any cut ends of the wire around the adjoining chicken wire.
Slide the mesh cylinder off the pot.
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Use needle-nose pliers to pinch the wire together to hold the knob in place.
Snug the bottom edge of the cloche into the garden soil.
Use two or three garden staples to hold the cloche firmly in place.
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This step is crucial to prevent critters from crawling under the cloche.
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