The wisteria grows quite quickly and high. This of course also makes it difficult. In addition, the woody shoots are so strong that they can compress rain gutters. If young shoots grow in cracks in the wall, then over time they burst the loosening masonry. A plantation directly on the housewall is therefore only recommended to a limited extent.
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- Hops need a climbing aid to grow
The essentials in brief:
- very vigorous climbing plant
- very strong, looping shoots
- can dent gutters and damage walls
- Trellis must be very stable
How should a trellis for wisteria be designed?
The climbing aid must be very stable so that it can withstand the force of the wisteria. Since the wisteria can get up to 30 meters high, you should also have a corresponding one Location choose. It may even be advisable to set it in concrete or other stable anchoring in the ground.
Would you like your wisteria on an ordinary pergola or draw a trellis, then choose a stable variant. In addition, an appropriate cut is necessary. Access it twice a year
Secateurs and get the plant into shape. In this way, you promote the ability to flower at the same time. On the other hand, without any pruning, the flower often fails to bloom.Suitable climbing aids for wisteria:
- massive rose arches
- Walls
- stable pergolas
- sturdy fences
Tips
Make sure you give your wisteria a stable support that you anchor well in the ground.
