The ideal plant for your fence?

Is the climbing hydrangea suitable for greening a fence?

The low-maintenance climbing hydrangea (Hydrangea petiolaris) is only suitable for the greening of stable plastic or metal fences. Wooden fences can be damaged by the plant's strong, woody tendrils. climbing hydrangeas push their adhesive roots into small cracks and crevices to find support. Parts of the wooden fence can be lifted off and thus destroyed. In addition, the leafy plants retain moisture on the wood during rainy periods. The wood can no longer dry properly and attracts harmful fungi.

How can I plant climbing hydrangeas on a fence?

To one Plant climbing hydrangea, you need a large planting hole, lots of water and a stable one

trellis at the fence. First, mount a suitable climbing aid on your fence. Dig a planting hole on the fence and insert the young plant. Fill the hole with lime-free potting soil and provide the hydrangea with sufficient water. Fasten the young climbing hydrangea to the trellis with soft cord (jute, sisal, hemp, etc.). This way the plant cannot be torn off by the wind.

How can I prune a climbing hydrangea on a fence?

In order for the climbing hydrangea to branch out in a bushy way, you should cut the shoots of the young plant shorten by a third. In the case of older plants, you can plant the new shoots back to perennial wood in February and March cut off. This is how the plant stays in shape. If you have a very large fence, you can of course simply let your climbing hydrangea continue to grow. Around Neighborhood disputes at the fence to avoid, you should Cut back the shoots that are spreading to the neighbors.

How quickly will a climbing hydrangea green my fence?

Climbing hydrangeas grow slowly in the first few years, from the 3rd year year they can up to 1 m Per Year increase A 1 m high and 10 m long fence would then (theoretically) be completely covered with Hydrangea petiolaris in 9 to 11 years. If you want to have a faster greening, you can use the plant multiply. In the cold season the plant does not grow naturally. Also pests and Diseases slow down growth.

Can a climbing hydrangea damage a fence?

Yes, that Weight a full-grown climbing hydrangea can be so high that a cheap wooden fence or a lightweight trellis can be underneath collapses. Their shoots can enter cracks and cracks and they bust. Hydrangea petiolaris should therefore be planted against a plastic or metal fence.