Clematis On Iron Fence

Clematis clematis spp is a good choice for cast iron fences.

Clematis on iron fence.

Amagabeli 2 pack garden trellis for climbing plants 60 x 18 black iron potted support vines metal wire plant trellis for climbing vegetables flower patio roses cucumbers clematis pots supports gt05 4 7 out of 5 stars 199. Coral honeysuckle or clematis are perennial vines that climb vinyl fences readily. Explore muffet s photos on flickr. These plants provide a lot of coverage in a short period of time and they can usually span the height of your fence within a single growing season.

Some clematis need to be cut back to the ground about now every year look for one of these it should be on the label it will grow up every year to cover a good bit of fence but not become a nuisance. My master gardener mother says climbing plants don. I mention this because clematis vines are quite delicate. Position the hole near the center of the climbing fence or wall to give the clematis something to grow up against.

Most varieties however do quite well growing along a trellis or fence. I bought a black iron trellis that is powder coated black. The hole needs to be approximately 18 inches wide and 18 inches deep. Part of your decision will depend on whether you will be monitoring its growth carefully and guiding it along or whether you will likely leave it to find its own way.

Muffet has uploaded 12302 photos to flickr. Prepare a hole to plant the clematis. Use the pot of the plant s size to determine the size of the hole you re digging. Arbors may be more suitable for growing larger types which can get 8 to 12 feet.

Blue clematis clematis vine lavender garden purple garden emerald green arborvitae wrought iron fences flowers perennials garden gates container plants. For instance poles are acceptable choices for smaller growing clematis vines which can range anywhere from 2 to 5 feet in height. Clematis is a beautiful flowering perennial vine but it can be tricky to choose the right trellis.