Transform a naked fence into a garden feature with a simple X-shaped wire trellis, then plant Chinese star jasmine at the base. This evergreen climber will leap at the chance to spread its limbs and twine its way up the trellis.
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An open criss-cross trellis or espalier takes the blandness away from a dull fence or wall without removing the light-reflecting qualities of its pale colour.
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Gather your supplies
- Eyelets
- 3mm galvanised wire rope
- 3mm galvanised wire rope grips
- Star jasmine
You’ll also need
- Tape measure
- Marker
- Spirit level
- Drill
- 3mm bit
- Pliers
- Wire cutters
Here’s how
Step 1
Measure and mark top and base points of the X. Sit marks over fence rails.
Step 2
Check marks for level.
Step 3
Drill eyelet holes in fence and insert eyelets.
Step 4
Feed wire through top eyelets and secure loops with grips. Take wire to opposite bottom eyelets, then feed, loop and secure.
Step 5
Plant jasmine, water in and twine around wire.
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