1
Dig a hole twice the diameter of the
root ball of the plant, 12–16 in (30–
40 cm) from the fence. To support the
stems and achieve good initial coverage,
construct a fan from canes pushed into
the soil and angled toward the fence.
PLANTING
A CLIMBER
Climbing plants are particularly useful in small
gardens because they add height and interest
without taking up too much precious space. They are
also a quick and effective way of covering dull walls
and fences, and many have pretty foliage and flowers.
YOU WILL NEED
• climbing plants, e.g., clematis,
wisteria, honeysuckle, or jasmine
• garden compost
• bark shreds
• canes
• twine
• spade
• trowel
• watering can
SEE ALSO
• TOWER OF CLIMBERS >> 82/83
• CHOOSING CLIMBERS >> 104/107
USING VINE EYES
A system of vine eyes (a type of
screw) threaded with wire along
a fence is the simplest and least
visible way of providing support
for climbers. The system is easy
to attach and allows plants to
grow to their full potential.
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Avoid stems
tangling too
much around
each other
3
Backfill the hole with the removed
soil mixed with some organic
matter, such as garden compost.
Firm the soil gently as you go. The
ground around the plant should be
slightly sunken to aid watering and
to help the plant develop well.
2
Make sure the plant is well watered, then
position it in the hole at an angle pointing
toward the fence. Carefully remove the pot and
any supporting stakes. Untangle stems growing
from the base (in this case a honeysuckle).
4
Select the stems to be trained up the
canes, tying in one to two stems per
cane with twine. Spread a layer of bark
shreds or other organic matter, such as
more compost, over the soil to keep in
the moisture and suppress weeds.
The hole should be
just deep enough
to t the root ball
of the plant
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