In the meantime, we finally got the gazebo set up on the new patio… but this brought up an IMPORTANT question… How can I anchor a gazebo WITHOUT drilling into concrete or pavers?

Rubber boots are suitable for use as fence planters because they are firm and they have large openings which allow the plants to breath and the water to get in. Its variety in design and color is a plus, as it can make any fence flourish with character.

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Welcome to our gallery of beautiful fence planters. An old boring fence can sometimes be an unsightly view, but instead of allowing dull planks to become an eyesore in a beautiful landscape, try dressing up your fence with a variety of decor.

The choice is yours! However, be aware that although perennials climbers bloom year after year, they tend to be rapid growing and rampant, so need regular pruning and care. Climbers for north and east facing fences To begin, we suggest digging the post hole so it is approximately three times wider than the fence post. For example, if you have a 3 inch wide post that you need to sit over 1.83m (6ft) in height above the ground, we recommend the hole size should be: 230mm [wide] (9”) x 600mm [depth]. This rule of thumb can be followed for all size posts (e.g. a 6ft high fence would require a hole depth of at least 600mm or 2ft). We do not recommend every post hole to be the same no matter the height of the fence post.Pruning is an integral part to keep the timber fence in top condition. It's essential that climbing plants are pruned and maintained to ensure the timber fence is kept in good condition. If plants are left they could create in-ground conditions and disqualify you from our 25 year guarantee.

Up-cycling is a current trend for most “do it yourself” projects as it transforms used materials into something new. Instead of disposing old tires and plastic soda bottles , convert them into unique hanging fence planters for your herbs – not only will it save you money, but it reduces waste as well. Best Climbing Flowers for Fences This is a quaint country way to add a planter to your mailbox without needing to weed around your precious plants. Simply construct a planter around the center post of your mailbox and fill it with soil and your favorite flowers! Paint or stain the wood to get a different look! 12. Washbin-Base Planting Bed In this blog, creative gardening expert Clive Harris helps you choose the correct plants for different types and areas of gardens, and explains which type of fencing is best for which type of plants. This may enable you to transform your humble garden perimeter into a living fence that will add colour, dimension and diversity to your garden helping you to utilise all the features of the garden. Choose your plants based on your fencing typeSimilar to twining climbers, this type of plant wraps itself around an object, but it uses its shoots rather than its stem to branch out and pull itself up higher. Common tendrils climbers are sweet peas. One of its properties include the ability to attract beneficial insects such as butterflies. Dutchman’s pipe prefers partial shade to full sun and requires a well drained moist soil and plenty of water. Due to its odor, it is not advisable to placed near doorways, but it can be grown in fences in controlled amounts.