The Home Growns
8. Vertical Interest: Installing a Stylish Wall Trellis
I used to stare at the big, blank stucco wall on the side of my garage and sigh because it looked exactly like a depressing prison block. I tried hanging a cheap plastic trellis there with tiny command strips, but the first autumn gust sent it flying right into my neighbor’s pool.
That silly garage wall failure taught me that vertical surfaces need real, heavy-duty architectural design to truly sing.
Breaking Up Blank Exterior Walls
Adding an elegant wall trellis is the ultimate secret weapon for breaking up those massive, boring expanses of siding or brick. You want to look for sturdy wrought iron designs or thick cedar wood frames that make a gorgeous architectural statement even during the dead of winter when there are no leaves.
When you mount it, leave a two-inch gap between the trellis and your home’s wall using plastic spacers. This clever trick allows air to circulate freely behind the structure, preventing trapped moisture from damaging your siding or causing nasty mold.
The Best Fast-Growing Climbing Plants
Once your structure is locked into place, you get to choose the perfect climbing plants to weave some serious vertical garden magic. I absolutely love using star jasmine because it grows incredibly fast and releases a heavenly, sweet perfume every time you walk past your front door.
If you want a massive burst of bright color instead, go grab a couple of clematis vines. Just make sure to gently tie the young green stems to the bottom of the trellis with soft garden twine to help them find their footing early on.
Now that your walls are going to be completely covered in gorgeous, fragrant greenery, we just need to fix that awkward patch of grass where everyone naturally walks anyway. Go ahead and hit that next button right below so we can wrap things up by laying down a timeless, custom flagstone path together!
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