I really like that hoop idea Sandy, I just may have to try one in my garden for cukes, squash and such. I use something similar for tomatoes. I have 2 concrete panels mounted vertically on 2 landscape ties. It is easy to train the tomatoes onto the large squares. I use pieces of #14 insulated copper wire to softly tie the vines tight and keep the ties for years. I have about 6 different options for where to place it in the garden and move it every year.
