Protect Low-Growing Crops with Strong Aluminium Fruit & Vegetable Cages Keep strawberries, salad crops, onions, and other low-growing plants protected from birds, insects, and harsh weather with these lightweight yet strong aluminium fruit and vegetable cages. Designed to provide reliable crop protection while still allowing airflow and pollinator access when using bird netting, these cages are ideal for productive kitchen gardens and raised beds. Lightweight Aluminium Cages For Everyday Garden Protection Made from sturdy aluminium tubing, these fruit and vegetable cages are both strong and easy to handle. Their lightweight design allows quick assembly, simple repositioning, and easy seasonal storage. Standing at 500mm high (1ft 7in), they are perfect for covering low-growing crops such as strawberries, lettuces, herbs, onions, and young vegetable plants. You can choose between different cover options depending on the type of protection required, including bird netting for birds or Veggiemesh for smaller pests such as butterflies and caterpillars. Benefits Of Using Fruit And Vegetable Cages Helps protect crops from birds, rabbits, deer, and insect pests Provides shelter from wind and heavy rain Encourages healthier crop growth and reduces damage Lightweight aluminium frame is easy to move and adjust Suitable for raised beds, allotments, and vegetable patches Strong Modular Design Each cage is built using 16mm aluminium uprights pushed securely into the ground, combined with 13mm crossbars connected using either Build-a-Balls or joiners, depending on the option selected. The modular frame system allows cages to be dismantled, expanded, or adjusted whenever needed, making them a flexible long-term solution for crop protection. The netting or mesh is draped over the frame and pegged down, allowing quick access for watering, harvesting, and general maintenance. Suitable For Seasonal Protection During colder months, the cages can also be covered with garden fleece to provide additional winter protection. Extra pegs may be required when using fleece due to increased wind resistance. When not in use, the cages can be dismantled and stored compactly until the next growing season. What’s Included If ordering with a cover option such as bird netting, Veggiemesh, butterfly netting, or fleece, the kit includes: Aluminium poles Joiners or Build-a-Balls Selected cover material Clips Steel pegs Assembly instructions If selecting “No Netting”, the kit includes poles, joiners or Build-a-Balls, and instructions only. Netting, clips, and pegs are not included. Clear instructions and diagrams are supplied to make assembly simple, with no specialist tools required. Frequently Asked Questions Is assembly difficult? No, the cages are designed for straightforward assembly and include full instructions and diagrams. Can I change the netting type later? Yes, the aluminium frame can be used with different cover materials including bird netting, Veggiemesh, butterfly netting, and fleece. Are these suitable for raised beds? Yes, the 500mm height works well for raised beds and compact growing spaces. Can the cages stay outside all year? The aluminium frame is weather resistant and suitable for outdoor use, although netting should be removed during heavy snow or strong winds to help extend its lifespan. Do you offer taller or walk-in cages? Yes, taller cages and walk-in versions are available, along with custom cage options for specific garden layouts. Please note: remove netting if heavy snow or strong winds are forecast.
