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How to Build a Simple Entry Arbor

This arbor is easy on the pocketbook and a snap to build. In fact, if you like, you can eliminate most of the cutting by asking the lumberyard to cut the wood to length for a small fee.
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Arbors are perfect for framing a pretty view or dressing up a path. This one serves both purposes admirably. You'll need a fairly well-equiped toolbox to bring it to life, including a circular saw or a small handsaw and miter box for making precise cuts.

Selecting Plants for Your Arbor
Enlarge Image Annual morning glories provide quick color that won't overwhelm a lightweight arbor.

Choose arbor-enhancing vines, such as annual morning glory, cypress vine, or thunbergia, for easy color from seed that lingers until frost. Compost annual vines after frost knocks them down.

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