Solving your problem to planting climbing plants on balconies and other places
Plant containers need to be secured properly for safety precautions. Hang hanging baskets high enough do that you d not have to stoop every time you pass underneath them. The fixture should be able to cope with the weight of the basket filled with plants and soil. An ideal place would be that which is sheltered from the wind to prevent tearing of the basket from its anchor.
There are different fixtures for balcony boxes. There are normally clamped onto the balcony railing using adjustable fixtures. They can also be attached to the wall by using battens and screws. It is relatively easy to fix wooden boxes directly to wooden railing or barriers using L-shaped angle irons or clamps.
Preventing damaged trellis plants
Climbing plants can become a nuisance if they are not carefully installed and can cause extensive damage to the surroundings.
The suckers on Ivy penetrate gaps and cracks in old rendering and cracked masonry. Climbing plants should not be allowed to grow on damaged walls as they will increase the damage. They should also not be allowed to grow on walls of timbered buildings because the plants will penetrate cracks in the wood. Fungi will grow due to humid climate and damage the wooden wall.
Climbing plants such as Wisteria spp or Campsis app should be propagated far from gutters because they ten to dislodge them.
Climbing plants and legal responsibilities
If you are a tenant and wish to grow climbing plants on your balcony you have to consult with your landlord first. Do not install boxes, or make changes to the balcony before receiving full permission to do so from the landlord.
Consider the implications of your climbing plants on your neighbors. Climbing plants do not know any boundaries and they can easily stray into your neighbor's garden and disturb his peace.
Climbing plants Aids
The technique of climbing that a climbing plant uses will determine the type of support it requires. Plants with Tendrils need lattice-shaped climbing aids. Metal lattices fixed to a wall are good support structures
Winding plants on the other hand need vertical supports, while rambling plants prefer more horizontal support such as a structure made up of wooden battens.
Climbing support should be at least 5cm (2inches) from the wall to allow shoots to take enough hold. This also allows air to circulate freely around the plant to prevent fungal diseases. Spacers are easy to use and readily available.
Recommended Material
Metal structures are very stable and durable. They should be painted, galvanized or coated with plastic to lower chances of rust development. Plastic frames are lighter and also durable. However they should be fixed well to prevent them from going down due to the weight of the plant.
Wooden climbing aids are very common and need to be treated with plant friendly wood preservatives. Vanish can be used to paint the wood. Espalier-like frames made of wire are good climbing aids for containers. Bambo frames can also be used.