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What are Trellises Used For?

A garden trellis is a stylish yet practical way to create boundaries in your garden and help with adding privacy to your outside space. Trellis panels work hand-in-hand with garden tables and chairs to create a charming al fresco dining spot, especially when combined with garden screening and decorative lawn edging for a perfectly tidy garden.

Garden trellis can also offer a solid structure for climbing plants, adding a natural flair to your garden! Simply place next to beds or garden planters to create an evolving and colourful feature to your garden.

What Can You Grow On a Garden Trellis?

All manner of climbing plants and vines will love a garden trellis! Vegetables such as cucumbers and peas are natural climbers, whilst tomato plants and broad beans could always do with a little support.

For a splash of colour, sweet peas are a beautiful climbing flower, or you could use your garden trellis to support your sunflowers as they reach dizzying heights!

FAQs

Do you need the neighbours' permission to put up a trellis?

You're not allowed to make any changes to a fence owned by your neighbour. This means you can't attach a trellis or use preservatives. You can only put up a trellis on a fence on your side.

Does the trellis count as fence height?

It depends on your local authorities. A trellis is a temporary structure; to others, it’s a garden wall or fence. If you want it classed as a temporary structure, make sure it is not over 2 metres in height.

Where is the best place to put a trellis?

The best place to put a trellis is where the climbing plants do not suffocate. Think of the possibility of the trellis shading any nearby plants and position it correctly. Placing it along the north edge of the fence or in the backyard ensures maximum sunlight for the surrounding greenery.

Can I put a trellis on top of my garden fence?

You can put a trellis on top of your garden fence. First, talk to your neighbours about the plan. The extended height may affect the light reaching their garden or hinder their pets' ability to move around. You must also understand your local authority’s definition of extended fences.

What veggies grow well on a trellis?

Trellises are ideal for climbing vegetables, such as cucumbers, melons, squashes, tomatoes, pole beans, and climbing peppers, as they thrive when given something to climb on.

What plants grow well on a trellis?

Tropical climbing flowers like Jasmine and passion vine flourish beautifully when supported by a trellis. Try climbing flowers such as clematis, honeysuckle, and trumpet vine for a stunning display. And don't forget about flowering climbing plants like petunias, sweet peas, and morning glory - they effortlessly grace the trellis with their blooms!