If you're a keen gardener yet to own a trellis, you may wonder what benefits one could possibly bring to your outside space. The truth is there's much more to a garden trellis than meets the eye. They can be used to transform plain spaces into decorative feature walls adorned with climbing plants, they can support growing vegetables, you can even use them to separate and conceal parts of your garden. The options are pretty much endless!
If you're currently looking for a garden trellis, you may be struggling with where to start. After all, they come in all shapes and sizes! Don't fret because our buying guide will explore all the options available, from black metal arches to cheap and cheerful modern plastic walls. We'll walk you through everything you need to consider before buying, then we'll count down the best garden trellises in the UK from online stores such as Amazon and eBay.
The right trellis can truly transform your garden. Fortunately, finding the perfect one isn't too difficult a task, there are just a few things you'll need to consider. Read on for our buying guide, where we'll reveal everything you need to know!
Their often large size may have lead you to perceive garden trellises as somewhat cumbersome objects. However, they're actually one of the most versatile garden accessories out there, which can serve several impressive purposes.
Nowadays, trellises are used in various ways, but their primary purpose has always been to aid the growth of climbing plants and vegetables. Their flat surface and series of vertical and horizontal supports provide the perfect place for training plants to grow upwards.
By default, any trellis can be used for this purpose, but if healthy vegetable growth or a wall covered in flowers is your goal, we recommend something sturdy, durable, and tall enough to accommodate the eventual growth you wish to achieve. Something made from wood or iron is always a safe bet.
A flat trellis is ideal for growth as it provides an easy surface for plants to climb and weave through. It's, therefore, best to try and steer away from curved or ornate trellises if growth is your main aim. Try and keep it as simple as possible.
Although trellises were originally designed to aid the growth of plants, they're now commonly used as ornaments or decorative pieces to transform the overall appearance of a garden. They come in all shapes and sizes, so there's one for pretty much every garden.
Decorative archways look particularly good interlaced with climbing flowers, and while you might find it a little bit trickier to achieve optimum growth than you would with, say, a flat trellis, the end result can be truly magical.
Perhaps the most intriguing use of a garden trellis is as a means of gaining some privacy while relaxing in your garden. A trellis filled with flowers can provide a makeshift 'floral fence' that serves as a screen to keep out prying eyes while also looking pretty.
However, it takes quite a while to fill a trellis with flowers, which is perhaps why there are lots of trellises available that are already filled with artificial flowers. They don't look quite as good as the real thing, but if privacy is your aim rather than flourishing plant life, they're a great idea.
A flower-filled trellis is a highly effective and less obtrusive alternative to simply propping up a garden fence. It doesn't matter how well you get on with your neighbours - sometimes we all need a little bit of privacy while sunbathing on the lawn!
Whatever purpose you intend to use it for, it's incredibly important to consider the material you'd like your garden trellis to be made from. Naturally, every trellis needs to be made from a material that's weatherproof and durable enough to prop up the plants or vegetables you intend to grow on it.
You may also wish to consider the aesthetic appeal of the material, particularly if you're purchasing it for decorative purposes. Metal can lend a touch of regality to a trellis, while a wooden trellis possesses a rustic look that's perfect for growing fruit and veg.
Once you've decided exactly how you'd like to use your trellis, you need to ensure that you pick one in the right size. Not only does it need to be tall enough to accommodate the growth of your climbing plants or vegetables, if it's for decorative purposes, you'll also want to ensure that it's large enough to have an effect without being overbearing.
Width matters too, particularly when it comes to garden trellises intended primarily for growing. Tall trellises are often better for climbing flowers, allowing them extra growing room, while heavy crops often benefit from a wider trellis.
Fortunately, it's extremely easy to find out the dimensions of a garden trellis before you buy — simply take a look at the product description. Once you've got the measurements, just whip out the tape measure for a rough idea of how it will look in your outdoor space.
You now have everything you need to find the perfect garden trellis, but before you begin your search, why not take a look at some of our top picks below? With everything from faux-ivy screens to enchanting archways, you're sure to find some inspiration.
£20.00
Purpose | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden |
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Materials | FSC certified timber |
Dimensions | 102 x 150 x 30 cm |
£35.99
Purpose | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden |
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Materials | Plastic |
Dimensions | 100 x 300 cm |
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£16.70
Purpose | Growing climbing flowers, decorating walls |
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Materials | FSC certified pine |
Dimensions | 183 x 91 cm (each piece) |
£22.89
Purpose | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden |
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Materials | Willow wood |
Dimensions | 200 x 32 cm when expanded |
£74.90
Purpose | Decoration |
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Materials | Tubular iron |
Dimensions | 249 x 114 x 25 cm |
£98.99
Purpose | Growing climbing flowers, decorating walls |
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Materials | Wrought iron |
Dimensions | 210 x 51 cm |
£98.95
Purpose | Growing climbing plants, decoration |
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Materials | Fir wood |
Dimensions | 64 x 28 x 120 cm |
£11.04
Purpose | Growing climbing flowers and veg |
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Materials | Jute |
Dimensions | 100 x 500 cm |
£59.99
Purpose | Growing climbing flowers and veg |
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Materials | Timber |
Dimensions | 183 x 183 cm |
£66.99
Purpose | Decoration |
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Materials | Powder coated metal |
Dimensions | 203 x 115 x 59 cm |
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Name | Metal Arch Outdoor Bench Trellis | Timber Square Panel Wooden Trellis | Compostable Jute Netting Trellis | Garden Planter With Trellis | Large Wrought Iron Garden Trellis | Garden Arbour Trellis | Artificial Fence Screen With Flowers | Expanding Wooden Trellises | Artificial Ivy Trellis | Wooden Expanding Fencing |
Features | Take a Load off Your Feet Under a Canopy of Flowers | Complement Your Plant Life With This Natural Trellis | Grow Crops With This Planet-Friendly Jute Trellis | Grow Flowers or Veg With This Combination Trellis | Add a Touch of Class With This Ornate Trellis Pair | Step Into a Magical World With This Trellis Archway | Gain Some Privacy With This Ready-Made Floral Wall | Express Your Creative Side With This Triple Trellis Set | Ivy Trellis for an Instant and Natural-Looking Border | Conceal and Reveal With This Expanding Trellis |
Price | £66.99 | £59.99 | £11.04 | £98.95 | £98.99 | £74.90 | £22.89 | £16.70 | £35.99 | £20.00 |
Purpose | Decoration | Growing climbing flowers and veg | Growing climbing flowers and veg | Growing climbing plants, decoration | Growing climbing flowers, decorating walls | Decoration | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden | Growing climbing flowers, decorating walls | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden | Concealing and bordering areas of your garden |
Materials | Powder coated metal | Timber | Jute | Fir wood | Wrought iron | Tubular iron | Willow wood | FSC certified pine | Plastic | FSC certified timber |
Dimensions | 203 x 115 x 59 cm | 183 x 183 cm | 100 x 500 cm | 64 x 28 x 120 cm | 210 x 51 cm | 249 x 114 x 25 cm | 200 x 32 cm when expanded | 183 x 91 cm (each piece) | 100 x 300 cm | 102 x 150 x 30 cm |
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Every true gardener knows that the perfect garden comes only through consistent patience, work and maintenance. From top tools to a place to rest on your laurels at the end of the day, we've got plenty of recommendations to perfect your outdoor space.
Whether you're looking for privacy or growing some veg, we hope our article has helped you find the perfect garden trellis. They come in all shapes and sizes and, once you've found the perfect one, we have no doubt that you'll agree they're the perfect garden companion!
Author: Ben Willimett
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