Not only is chicken wire suitable for gardening, but it’s actually one of the best materials for fencing and pest control. This type of mesh can even help plants grow when used to create cloches, planter walls, trellises, tree guards, and garden arches.

Stainless steel, in particular, is a favorite among green thumbs. The inherently durable material is sturdy enough for garden fences and small greenhouses. It’s also an eco-friendly, cruelty-free solution for keeping moles, mice, voles, snakes, gophers, and birds of prey from creeping, burrowing, slithering, or swooping into your crops.