Many gardens are held down by gravity, but there are many ways you can expand upwards to build something that will truly turn heads. Here are a few ways you can make your landscape a vertical sensation.

1. Hanging baskets:

These simple flower pots can either be purchased, or created at home. Installation is easy, and there are a variety of ways to display these pots. From your deck you can install hanging mounts on support beams, or you can have free-standing shepard’s hooks that can be used virtually anywhere.

2. Trellises and Arches:

By accompanying a flower that will thrive, grow, and expand up a vertical space and a well placed trellis you can have a very striking element in your yard.  Trellises and arches take a bit more planning and commitment, but if maintained properly they can be a great addition to your outdoor repertoire.

The following flowers are well-known vertical element companions, and grow great in Ohio:

– Morning Glory

– Trumpet Vine

– Clematis

3. Build multi-tier beds:

This more elaborate element can be achieved either by building wooden boxes, or landscaping with masonry features.  Try to have at least 3-4 tiers to give a good platform for many different types of flowers.  When the flowers are in full bloom, a multi-tier bed will be a great talking piece.

Vertical elements require a bit more finesse, but give your landscape a luxury look that is eye catching. Added depth is just one of the many features that is provided from a vertical element.  Taking time to work in a vertical piece will give your landscape the edge that it needs to be the talk of the town.