Whether you're training sweet peas, creating a focal point in a border, or adding structure to a courtyard, the right Obelisk can really amplify your planting and your design.
But with so many shapes, sizes, and finishes available, how do you choose the perfect one?
Here’s our guide to selecting the right obelisk for your garden – with a few recommendations from the Agriframes collection to help you get started.
2. Create a Feature Outdoor Seating Area
The first step in choosing an obelisk is thinking about the overall look and feel of your garden. A classic English cottage garden might suit a more traditional design, while a sleek urban courtyard could benefit from a contemporary silhouette.
If you’re after timeless elegance, the Classic Obelisk is a perennial favourite. With its substantial framework, clean lines and simple tapered finial it blends beautifully into traditional borders while offering strong support for climbers like clematis and roses. Available in four sizes and a choice of colour finishes, it’s a versatile option that works well in most garden styles.
For a more rustic or heritage-inspired setting, the Elegance Obelisk is ideal. With its simple solid steel framework and spiral finial detailing it has a vintage feel evoking– especially when paired with heritage roses or heirloom sweet peas.
Think About Height and Scale
An obelisk should complement your planting and surroundings, not overpower them. Taller obelisks are perfect for larger borders or where you want to create a vertical focal point. Smaller designs work well in containers or tighter spaces.
For those looking to make a statement, the King Obelisk is perfect for anchoring the centre of a formal bed or drawing the eye in a long vista. Its graceful proportions and solid steel construction mean it can support the most vigorous climbers – ideal for clematis montana, runner beans, or even climbing roses.
If you're working with pots or smaller spaces like patios or balconies, the Elegance Obelisk is your go-to. Ideal for container use, it’s still stylish and sturdy, offering support for annual climbers like morning glory or nasturtiums.
Match to Your Plants
Your plant choices can also help guide your obelisk selection. Light, airy climbers like sweet peas pair beautifully with more decorative designs, while heavier plants like rambling roses or squashes need stronger support.
The Queen Obelisk, with its circular base and clean lines, offers excellent stability and a generous framework for heavier plants. It’s a great all-rounder that looks stunning covered in fragrant jasmine or honeysuckle.
If you’re looking to grow edible climbers like beans or cucamelons, a more open structure like the Contemporary Obelisk offers great ventilation and access while maintaining a smart, modern aesthetic.
Finish and Maintenance
Agriframes Obelisks are crafted from high-quality steel and finished with either powder coating or classic matt black paintwork for durability and style. Choose a finish that complements your garden palette – classic black for contrast and drama, sage for a softer country garden feel, or bluebell for a fresh, coastal look.
All our structures are designed to withstand the elements and are easy to install – many require no tools at all. Investing in a well-made obelisk ensures years of beauty and performance, season after season.
Final Thoughts
The right obelisk can transform your planting, adding height, structure, and style in one simple move. Whether you’re framing a pathway, giving your climbers something to cling to, or simply adding vertical interest to a border, there’s a perfect option in the Agriframes collection.
Browse our full range online or visit our stand at RHS Chelsea Flower Show and discover how an obelisk can bring your garden to new heights.
