Our Peony Trumpet Plant Supports traditionally used to support the elegant, yet sometimes floppy peony blooms. These supports are on of our best sellers and offer the perfect blend of form and function. But did you know, these trumpet supports are not just for peonies!
Beyond Peonies: Innovative Uses for Peony Trumpet Plant Supports
1. Supporting Tall Growing Herbs
Herbs like peppermint, basil, and rosemary can benefit greatly from the additional support provided by the Peony Trumpet Plant Supports. As these herbs grow taller, they often become top-heavy and susceptible to wind damage. Using these supports helps maintain their upright growth, ensuring they receive ample sunlight and air circulation, which is crucial for healthy herb development.
2. Upholding Vegetable Foliage
Certain vegetables, such as carrots and parsnips, have lush, above-soil foliage that can spread out and take up valuable garden space in your raised beds. By using the Peony Trumpet Plant Supports, you can keep this foliage off the ground, allowing for more efficient use of garden space and improving air circulation around the plants. This setup can also make it easier to spot and remove pests.
3. Supporting Delicate Flowers
Delphiniums, tulips, and alliums are beautiful additions to any garden but are often have weak stems that can break in the wind, heavy rain, or under their own weight. The Peony Trumpet Plant Supports provide the necessary support to keep these flowers standing tall and looking their best throughout the growing season.
4. Creating Focal Points in the Garden
The distinctive trumpet shape and elegant finish of our plant supports make them perfect for creating visual interest in your garden. Use them as standalone focal points, or to add structure and height to flower beds and borders. When not supporting plants, they can be adorned with fairy lights or seasonal decorations for an added touch of charm.
5. Enhancing Container Gardens
Place them in large pots to support plants that might otherwise flop over the sides, such as dahlias or large zinnias. This not only keeps the plants looking tidy but also maximises the use of space in container arrangements.
6. Providing Support for Berry Bushes
Berry bushes like raspberries and blackberries often need support to prevent their canes from bending or breaking. Our Peony Trumpet Plant Supports can be used to keep these canes upright, making harvesting easier and promoting better air circulation, which can help prevent disease.
Practical Tips for Using Peony Trumpet Plant Supports
- Installation: When installing the supports, ensure they are pushed 10-20cm into the ground for stability. For heavier plants or those exposed to strong winds, consider using the taller supports for added strength.
- Spacing: When using multiple supports in a row, such as for a row of vegetables or herbs, ensure adequate spacing between each support to allow plants to grow freely without crowding.
- Maintenance: The finishing on our trumpet supports is designed to withstand the elements, and comes with a 5-year structural guarantee.
Product Overview
Harrod Peony Trumpet Plant Supports are crafted from durable 8mm gauge steel rods, ensuring they are strong enough to handle a variety of plants and weather conditions. Available in two heights (60cm and 90cm) and four diameters (30cm, 40cm, 50cm, and 60cm), these supports are designed to be partially buried (10-20cm) for stability. The classic matt black powder coating provides a timeless aesthetic suitable for any garden style, and the supports come with a 5-year structural guarantee, highlighting their exceptional durability.
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