There are several types of support to choose from, but it is important to provide one that matches the size and vigor of the climber it is to support. Against a wall or fence you have the choice of fixing trellis panels, expanding trellis or plastic mesh to the surface or attaching a series of sturdy parallel wires.
Trellis panels - Wooden or plastic panels are very strong and look attractive. They are also easy and quick to erect, but they are fairly costly. Trellis panels are available only in a small range of specific sizes, so are suitable for only some climbers and walls.
Expanding trellis - This is sold in a compact form, is easier to transport than panels, but is not as strong. It comes in specific sizes, but expansion can be adjusted to fit an area.
Plastic mesh - This is cheap but less robust than trellis panels. It is also less pleasing to the eye until it is covered with growth.
Wires and netting - Fixing vine eyes into a wall to support galvanized wire is time consuming, but once up, wires are a good support for climbers. Even when not covered with plants they are barely visible, and are very versatile, covering any shape or size of surface. If you are growing annual climbers, such as morning glory and sweet peas, less robust netting or even string can make a suitable support.
Some trees and shrubs are prone to producing shoots from the roots below ground, known as suckers. If the plant is grown on a rootstock, as with many roses, the sucker shoot will bear flowers of the rootstock variety rather than of the ornamental plant. The rootstock is usually much more vigorous, and could eventually take over the ornamental plant, and so the sucker should be removed. Do not prune off the shoot at ground level because this will encourage even more suckers.
Instead use the following technique. Remove suckers at their point of origin; you will have to excavate the soil to expose the bottom of the sucker. If possible, pull the sucker off, otherwise, try to cut it off flush with the main stem using a sharp knife. Green leaved shoots has appeared in this gold flame. If left, they may take over the whole plant. The remedy is simple. Remove the offending shoots back to that part of the stem or shoot where the reversion begins.
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