H Potter Chic Farming Obelisk Trellis – Large 18″ Square 103″ Tall

Premium Garden Obelisks — Built to Last Outdoors

The larger Chic Farming obelisk trellis (GAR470 L) delivers the same clean, refined H Potter look, with a wider footprint for fuller plant coverage and stronger visual presence. Hand-fabricated metal tubing creates a sturdy, architectural framework that looks beautiful on day one and becomes even more striking as climbers mature.

At 103 inches tall with an 18-inch frame and 23 inch footprint, this is a favorite for gardeners who want dramatic height and more planting volume for climbers like clematis and other vigorous vines.

Why trust H Potter: Since 1997, H Potter has designed premium garden products built for real outdoor conditions—crafted to look refined, perform season after season, and supported by responsive customer care.

See the H Potter Chic Farming Obelisk Trellis – Large (GAR470 L) installed in the garden.

At a Glance

Product Details

• Overall height: 103″
• Footprint: 23″ square, frame 18″ square
• Weight: 38 lbs
• Material: iron (hand-fabricated metal tubing)
• Finish: signature charcoal brown with UV protective sealer
• Anchoring: ground spikes included (install through base holes/feet)
• Assembly: assembly required

Best For

• Fuller clematis coverage and vigorous climbers
• Landscape beds that need strong vertical structure
• Entryways and paths (especially in pairs)
• Gardeners who want more planting volume than the 12″ style

Design note: The wider footprint gives climbers more “real estate,” helping the obelisk look lush and complete sooner.

Why You’ll Love This Chic Farming Obelisk – Large

• More presence, same Chic Farming style: A bigger silhouette for gardens that want a stronger focal point.
• Designed for fuller plant coverage: The 18″ frame supports denser planting and broader vine training.
• Elegant before it blooms: Reads like architectural yard art—even before the first vine climbs.
• Outdoor durability: Signature charcoal brown finish with UV protective sealer for long-term outdoor display.
• Great in pairs: Often chosen to frame paths, garden entrances, and landscape transitions.

Dimensions & Specifications

Spec Details Overall height 103″ Fram31 18″ square Weight 38 lbs Anchoring Ground spikes included (install through base holes/feet) Material + finish Iron with signature charcoal brown finish and UV protective sealer Assembly Assembly required

Placement tip: For best stability, install on firm ground and drive spikes deeply through the base holes. In softer soil, a compacted base layer can improve hold.

Compare Chic Farming Sizes: GAR470 vs GAR470 L

Choose the size that fits your planting scale and the visual impact you want. Many customers start with one size—then add a second for symmetry.

Model Size Best Use Link GAR470 12″ square inner × 101″ H (31 lbs) • outer span 16″ Wind-ready clematis training for slimmer beds and tighter planting zones Shop GAR470 GAR470 L (this item) 18″ square × 103″ H (38 lbs) More planting volume and a stronger focal point for fuller climbers Current page

Recommended Climbing Plants

This larger Chic Farming obelisk is designed for fuller climbers and more coverage across the frame.

Flowering Favorites

• Clematis (excellent for vertical training)
• Climbing roses (for fuller seasonal coverage)
• Jasmine (in suitable climates)
• Honeysuckle
• Sweet peas

Edibles

• Pole beans
• Peas
• Cucumbers

Training tip: Guide new shoots toward the frame and secure with soft plant ties early in the season. As growth thickens, vines naturally wrap and climb.

Obelisk Guides by H Potter

Use these guides for anchoring, plant training, and long-term success:

• Anchoring Your Freestanding Trellis (Tips from H Potter)
• Metal Garden Obelisks: FAQs
• Heavy Plants: The Need for Obelisks
• Growing Roses on Obelisks
• Inside or Outside the Obelisk? Plant Placement Tips
• History of the Obelisk

Explore Other H Potter Garden Obelisks

Different gardens need different structure. Explore complementary obelisk styles designed for specific planting and design goals:

• Architectural Estate Garden Obelisk (GAR578)
• Grand Black Garden Obelisk (GAR692)
• Sculptural Metal Yard Art Trellis (GAR657)
• Browse All Garden Obelisks

Design shortcut: Many customers use two matching obelisks to frame an entry or path for a finished, high-end landscape look.

Materials & Care

Materials: Hand-fabricated iron designed for outdoor use.

Finish: Signature charcoal brown finish with UV protective sealer.

Care tip: For extra protection, some customers apply a clear outdoor spray annually. If scratches occur, touch up to help seal exposed metal.

• Anchoring: Insert spikes through the base holes/feet and drive into firm soil.
• Windy locations: Install on firm ground; deeper anchoring improves stability in exposed sites.
• Assembly note: Use care during assembly to avoid marring the finish; touch up if needed.

Product FAQs

How tall is the Chic Farming obelisk trellis – large?

This model stands 103 inches tall.

What is the footprint?

The base footprint measures 23 inches, frame 18 inches square.

What makes this different from the 12-inch Chic Farming obelisk?

The GAR470 L offers a wider footprint for fuller plant coverage and a stronger focal-point presence, while keeping the same Chic Farming style.

Does it include anchoring spikes?

Yes—ground spikes are included and install through the holes in the base/feet for stability.

What plants work best?

This obelisk is especially popular for clematis and other vigorous climbers, and it also supports climbing roses, jasmine (in suitable climates), and honeysuckle.

Does it require assembly?

Yes—assembly is required.