A wide variety of flowers and vegetables are vining or climbing plants that require support as they grow and mature. Varieties of beans and peas need support as they mature and climb. Vine crops like cucumbers, squash and melons yield better fruit when given the support of a trellis. Does this Spark an idea?
Small Gardens
A trellis allows for more room in a smaller garden to plant crops that vine such as cucumbers. By giving them room to grow up instead of out, a small garden patch will yield more crops. A heavier trellis shaped similar to a circular cage works for vigorous, large-fruited crops. For instance, tomato plants get spindly and heavy with fruit as the tomatoes mature. Generally, gardeners will provide a caging system for the plants as they grow and bear fruit. Some varieties continue to grow throughout the season sending out numerous tendrils along the ground. In this instance, a trellis is used to support the sprawling branches.
Climbing Flowers
Varieties of climbing flowers are available for landscaping or flower beds along the side of a building. Clematis and climbing roses are beautiful throughout the summer months when encouraged to grow up a trellis. This provides a background of color to your flower bed with other shorter varieties of flowers in front. By securing the initial vines and branches to the trellis, the plant "learns" to send its tendrils around the spokes of the trellis and climb.
Decorative Structures
Trellises can be made of many materials including plastic, acrylic, vinyl, wood or metal. They can be any shape or size, placed against a fence or building or even free-standing. A decorative trellis in the shape of an arbor with grape ivy vining through it provides a picturesque look to any landscaping project. With a walkway through it and ground cover along the path it becomes a focal point for your yard.
Metal Trellis
A wrought iron trellis along the side of your house can be a permanent fixture for a perennial climbing plant. The durability and strength of the metal withstands most weather conditions and enhances the beauty of your home. Vining ivy, clematis or climbing roses planted at the base and encouraged to climb will add to the beauty of the decorative wrought iron trellis and give your home a welcoming atmosphere.
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