Whenever someone builds a fence they usually think of climbing plants and how fabulous they would look trailing over their fence. This can be a great way to disguise, soften or enhance a fence. But you need to select the right plants or you could damage the fence.
Let’s take a look at the best and the worst climbing plants for a fence
Best plants for growing on fences
The following plants are all great climbers. And will look fabulous growing along your fence.
1. Sweet Pea
With a beautiful fragrance, Sweet Pea is best suited to areas with mild winters. And at least 6 hours of sun with good drainage. The best months to plant your Sweet Pea plants are in February to April and they will flower in early spring.
2. Jasmine
Another climbing plant with a glorious fragrance. Jasmine is a very hardy plant growing in sun or shade, preferring well-drained humus-rich soil and can withstand cold winters. They look beautiful when in flower, but need regular pruning as they are invasive and will grow over everything!
3. Passionfruit
If you love Passionfruit, then growing this plant along your fence is a win-win situation. Not only will it give you good cover, but it will also provide a huge crop of fruit. As a subtropical plant. Passionfruit needs a frost-free climate with plenty of sun, well-drained soil and protection from the wind.
Worst plants for growing on fences
The worst plants to grow along fences are those that are toxic and those that can damage your fence.
Toxic plants to avoid include;
1.Clematis Vines
2.Trumpet Creepers
3.Wisteria and Ivy
Plants that can cause damage include;
4.Bougainvillea’s
5.Pink Trumpet Vines
6.Wisteria and Ivy as mentioned above.