Garden expert Brian Minter suggests ways to perk up those outdoor spaces while creating stylish, private spaces — patios, balconies, yards.
The Silver Lace vine is also known as the ‘mile-a-minute’ vine because it grows so quickly.For sunny locations, fragrant climbing roses are a treat, as are June-flowering clematis montana with their attractive dark green foliage. If you need screening in a hurry, wisteria is a good choice. All these add a wonderful element of lushness and beauty to enhance your outdoor experience.
Pergolas, as well, take relatively little room. Even an attractive six- to eight-foot metal column can support four to six feet of plant width when foliage is covering the structure. With a trellis for support, you can also espalier smaller trees like Japanese maples. By securing them closely to the framework, you can train them to grow wider and thinner. And by using varieties like acer palmatum ‘Sango-Kaku’ and a.p. ‘Bihou,’ with their bright coral and yellow stems respectively, you can achieve beautiful winter colouring as well. This is a look that adds a high level of sophistication to your patio or balcony.
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