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## A Flat Twist on fencing in my own garden

 May 5, 2025 | by [Duncan Page](https://www.louispage.com/blog/author/duncan-page)

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**![unnamed (10)](https://www.louispage.com/hs-fs/hubfs/unnamed%20(10).jpg?width=512&height=512&name=unnamed%20(10).jpg)A Flat Twist on Fencing in My Own Garden**

Today, I want to share a unique approach to fencing my garden—a “flat twist,” you could say—inspired by an intriguing idea I stumbled upon online. While my initial attempt was met with great success, a recent challenge has prompted me to seek your insights and experiences.

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### **The Challenge of Wildlife in New Hampshire**

In the beautiful, wildlife-rich landscape of New Hampshire, where we contend with black bears, porcupines, deer, groundhogs, voles, chipmunks, and squirrels, protecting the bounty of my berries and tomatoes has always been a priority. Instead of opting for the conventional approach, I decided to explore an unconventional method to deter these marauders.

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### **The Unconventional Solution**

You might be wondering why I didn't resort to the usual fencing methods as the owner of a fencing company. The answer lies in the urgency of the situation. When I moved to my new home, I couldn't find anyone available to install a fence in time for the gardening season. So, in my quest to safeguard my garden, I discovered a fascinating concept online: laying wire mesh fencing directly on the ground to create a unique and barrier-free solution.

Initially, the results were nothing short of spectacular. The wire mesh effectively deterred wildlife and safeguarded my cherished plants for two years, leaving fellow gardeners impressed. The ingenious idea seemed to work like magic—no posts, no gates, just a simple wire mesh laid on the ground.

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### **The Theory Behind the Method**

The core theory behind this method was that the animals disliked walking on the wire mesh and stayed on the other side of it—out of my garden. It was indeed a clever and low-maintenance idea, which is what initially drew me to it.

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### **Facing New Challenges**

However, as time passed, a new challenge emerged. Grass and weeds grew through the mesh, gradually compromising the once-secure barrier. This growth partially covered the wire and made it easier for the very animals I sought to keep out to access my garden once more.

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### **Seeking Your Insights**

I'm reaching out to you, our valued customers, because I believe in the power of shared experiences and collective wisdom. Have you ever experimented with a similar approach in gardening or farming? Did you face any challenges similar to those I'm currently grappling with? If so, I'd greatly appreciate hearing about your experiences and any innovative solutions or recommendations you may have.

Specifically, I'm interested in learning how you managed to maintain the integrity of the wire mesh fence over time, particularly in the face of grass and weed growth. Your firsthand knowledge will help me address this issue and continue to protect my garden successfully.

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### **Join the Conversation**

Please reply to this email or contact me directly at your convenience. Your insights and experiences matter greatly, and I am eager to engage in a fruitful exchange of ideas.

Thank you in advance for your time, expertise, and support. I look forward to hearing from you soon and continuing to grow and learn together as a community of passionate gardeners.

Of course, I did get the mesh I laid on the ground from [Louis Page](https://www.louispage.com/) 😉️

Warmest Regards,

Debbie Page

CEO, Louis E. Page Inc – Woman-owned business and Family-owned since 1893. (Unquestionably it’s been 130 years owned and run by our family)

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