1
Add a layer of potting soil, and then
position the trellis support toward the
back of the container, as shown above.
To reduce the weight of the container,
chunks of polystyrene can be added first,
before the soil.
POTTING UP
CL IMBERS
Well suited to growing in pots, all climbers need is a
firm support and plenty of time to settle in. A feature
can be made of the support—one that is elegant or
attractively made will add to the display.
YOU WILL NEED
• a large pot or container
• wooden trellis support
• climbing plant, e.g., climbing rose
• broken pots or polystyrene pieces
• potting soil
• twine
• fine gravel
• hose or watering can with a fine
spray nozzle
SEE ALSO
• TOWER OF CLIMBERS >>82/83
• CHOOSING CLIMBERS>> 104/107
Make sure the
trellis leaves
enough room for
the plant roots
to spread out
JARGON BUSTER
A trellis support is a simple, flat
framework of vertical supports with
horizontal cross pieces, and is
usually made of wood or metal. It
can be plain or highly decorative.
You can make a trellis yourself or
buy one from the garden center.
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CLIMBERS // POTTING UP CLIMBERS 78–79
3
Fill around the plant with soil and lightly
firm it with your hand. Ensure there is a gap
of 2 in (5 cm) from the soil to the rim of the pot.
Then fan out the stems and tie each one to the
support with soft garden twine.
2
Part-fill the pot with more soil and sit the
climber on top, to check that it will be at the
correct level once planted. Remove the plant
from its pot and place it on top of the soil, with
the stems angled toward the trellis.
4
Add a layer of gravel or stones around
the plant on the surface of the soil for
decoration and also to help keep the climber’s
roots moist. Then water the plant in well using
a hose or watering can with a fine spray nozzle.
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