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Square Mesh and Wisteria Vine

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Question From: 
Sara in Perth WA

 

Subject: 
Will 5 cm square mesh eventually choke my wisteria vine. I am worried the weld mesh will ring bark and choke the vine when it thickens and matures. Do I need to grow the wisteria around the outside of the mesh arches or is it ok for the wisteria to twine in and out. Thanks for your advice.

 

Type of Plant (if known): 
Wisteria

 

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself): 
Healthy

 

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type: 
Sandy

 

How often do you water the plant:
Every second day

 

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Full sun

 

What type of plant is it:
Wisteria

 

How long since you planted it:
1 year

 

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
All purpose granular mix once a month

 

Is the plant indoors or outdoors: 
Out

 

What other treatments have you given the plant: 
None

Upload photo if available: 
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Other Comments: 

 

Answer:

Hi Sara,  The wisteria will be fine whatever you do. It is bullet proof.
 

Don

 

 

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