Arbors and Garden Trellises in Nashville and Middle Tennessee
Pergolas & Arbors

Arbors and Garden Trellises

Garden arches, entry arbors and trellises that frame a path, support climbing plants and add structure to the landscape.

An arbor says welcome. Set over a gate, a garden path or a bench, it frames the way forward and gives roses, wisteria and clematis something to climb. A trellis does the same on a wall or fence, adding height and green to flat spaces.

We build arbors and trellises from cedar and other durable woods or from metal, in arched, flat or gabled forms. We set posts deep enough to hold a mature vine, choose spacing for the plants you want and finish the wood to last. We also advise on which plants suit sun, shade and our local climate.

Strong enough for mature vines

A full wisteria is heavy. We use stout posts and good joinery so the structure carries the vine for decades.

Shapes and styles

Arched tops, flat tops, gable roofs and lattice sides each give a different feel. We match the style to the house and garden.

Plants that suit

Climbing roses, clematis, trumpet vine and jasmine each have different needs. We suggest plants that suit the light and your care level.

Placement

Arbors work over gates, paths, entries and seating. We position them for the view and for easy mowing and pruning access.

What is included

  • Conversation about the site and plants
  • Design and sizing
  • Post setting and footing
  • Construction and assembly
  • Finishing and sealing
  • Planting advice and cleanup
Before and after

See the transformation.

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After: a backyard lawn with a wooden octagonal gazebo with a shingled roofBefore: a backyard lawn with a bare green lawn beside a fenceBeforeAfter
Open lawn gets a gazebo. From a bare green lawn beside a fence to a wooden octagonal gazebo with a shingled roof.
Why it works

What you get with Arbors and Trellises

Made for climbing plants

Strong, well-spaced structure.

Cedar and durable woods

Finished to last outdoors.

Arched or flat styles

Matched to your garden.

Deep, sturdy posts

Ready for a mature vine.

Over gates and paths

Framing the way forward.

Planting advice

Plants matched to the site.

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How it works

Our process, start to finish.

  1. 01

    Call and schedule

    You tell us about the yard, the timeline and any concerns, and we set a time to visit that fits your day.

  2. 02

    Walk and design

    We walk the yard, study the sun and the house, take measurements and draw a plan with sizes and materials.

  3. 03

    Plan, permit and prep

    We write the scope, coordinate permits and HOA approvals, locate utilities and prepare the site.

  4. 04

    Footings and build

    Footings are poured, posts set plumb and beams and rafters go up in a planned order.

  5. 05

    Finish and clean

    We stain or paint, add lights and features as planned and clean the site thoroughly.

  6. 06

    Walk through and enjoy

    We walk the finished pergola with you, share care tips and leave you to enjoy the shade.

Questions

Arbors and Trellises FAQ

How wide should an arbor be?

Wide enough to walk through comfortably, typically four to five feet, and taller than the tallest person.

Which vines are safe for wood?

Most climbers are fine, but aggressive vines need pruning. We advise on plant choice.

Will the arbor rot?

Good wood, sealed ends and proper post setting help it last for many years.

Can you build an arbor over a gate?

Yes. We design arbors to match the gate and fence.

Can I move an arbor later?

Yes, if it is built to be disassembled. Tell us in advance.

Next step

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