7. Pallet Trellis Planter for Climbing Vines
For gardeners wanting height and drama, combining a pallet planter with a trellis opens up a world of climbing plants. You will need one pallet, two additional wooden slats or a pre-made trellis panel, wood screws, landscape fabric, soil, and climber seedlings such as sweet peas, morning glories, or compact climbing nasturtiums. Build time is around three hours, and the difficulty is moderate because of the structural work. Mount the trellis to the back of the pallet, line the interior as usual, plant the climbers along the bottom row, and let them weave upward through the slats. This is a gorgeous way to create a privacy screen on a small balcony or to define a garden corner. Customize the trellis shape with a fan, arch, or square grid depending on your aesthetic. A helpful tip is to anchor the structure firmly to a wall since the weight of mature vines can make it top-heavy.