As a leading supplier of handcrafted, British-made plant supports, our online store is the first stop for gardeners looking to boost the health of their back gardens. Plant support matters after all, with the right support integral to the establishment, growth and maintenance of all types of plants, including herbaceous and climbing varieties.
In this blog post, we thought we’d shine the spotlight on one support type in particular – the plant pin.
Sporting a simple yet solid construction, a plant pin provides a strong, sturdy anchor for growing or established plant types to lean on. Plant pins are extremely easy to use. Simply, stake into the ground close to the plant that requires support and tie in using suitable binding, such as garden twine.
Plant pins aren’t just practical, providing the robust structure to support plants during their growing phases, they look great too!
Our plant pins are available in a variety of designs, from the classic ball or cage to more intricate floral or Fleur De Lys looks, making them decorative as well as supportive. These eye-catching designs are also accessible in ‘ready to rust’ to ensure a timelessly elegant, authentic finish that only gets better with age.
Plant supports, like our beautiful pin designs, also promote healthy growth, make maintenance and harvesting easier, and improve air circulation to keep pests and disease at bay.
Plant pins are great additions to gardens of all sizes and styles. They add interest and support to any area, including but not limited to pots, planters, borders and even your vegetable patch. With two heights to choose from, you’ll also find the support you need to cater to the requirements of both large and small plant varieties.
There’s no right or wrong time to introduce plant pins and other supports to your garden. They can be added all year round to unlock the benefits mentioned above. They are however more commonly used and most effective earlier in the season when plant life battles the worst of the British weather.
Tying in climbing plants, perennials, shrubs and fruit bushes is best undertaken when the stems are soft and pliable during the warmer months. As well as tying plants loosely to prevent bruising and other damage, your pins should be retied every week during the plant’s growing phase.
Want to reap the rewards of great plant support for yourself? Browse our range of plant pins today.