Metal Trellis

The metal trellis has been used for years to beautify gardens and to provide a place for vines, flowering plants, fruits, and vegetables to grow. A metal trellis is the perfect way to showcase the beautiful climbing and trailing plants in your garden.

A metal trellis bedecked in gorgeous flowers and crawling vines will create attractive focal points within the garden and will deflect attention away from the less picturesque areas.

Getting the most from your metal trellis

It is important to securely anchor a metal trellis to the ground or surrounding structures to help support the weight of the metal trellis and that of thee plants growing on it, as full-grown woody plants can be quite heavy. If your metal trellis is going to be a permanent fixture in your garden, make sure you buy durable, long-lasting metal like copper or iron that has been treated to prevent rusting.

Copper metal trellis

A copper metal trellis makes a stunning garden accent because of its warm rosy glow, strength, and malleability. The beauty of a copper metal trellis is that as it ages it will naturally change color to a verdigris patina, which is a rustic turquoise shade of green. Verdigris is a natural preservative that protects a copper metal trellis from rust and corrosion.

Iron metal trellis

Another style of metal trellis is made of cast or wrought iron. Wrought iron can be hand-forged and shaped into beautiful leaves, flowers or tendrils, giving this metal trellis a distinctive look. The iron used to make a metal trellis is often powder coated with rust-inhibitor to ensure years of beautiful use. However, both a cast iron and wrought iron metal trellis will require some maintenance to keep them totally rust free.

A metal trellis is a perfect choice for garden use thanks to its ability to support heavy plants and stand up to severe weather. If you plan to grow heavier vines and plants, choose a metal trellis over one made of wood or vinyl. A metal trellis won't collapse under the weight of plants, nor will it be felled by strong winds and it will add classic, elegance and beauty to your garden.

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