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Exedra Garden Obelisk

Model
Price: £1,205.00

Inspired by classical architecture, the Exedra Garden Obelisk reimagines the ancient niche as a sculptural stage for both plants and art. Crafted from 0.59” (1.5 cm) steel tubing and bands, its half-round silhouette is hot-dip galvanised and finished in a timeless black powder coat. Designed to showcase statues, vases, or cascading blooms, this freestanding obelisk adds depth and drama to gardens, patios, or courtyards.

Design & Functionality

  • Architectural elegance: The curved, diamond-lattice frame creates a striking backdrop for antique replicas, sculptures, or weeping roses.
  • Versatile styling: Use as a freestanding feature, wall trellis (curve outward), or divider to structure garden spaces.
  • Durable craftsmanship: Protected by a 10-year rust-proof guarantee, with optional custom colours for bespoke schemes.
  • Easy installation: Includes four ground spikes for secure anchoring without concrete.

Historical inspiration
Derived from the Greek exedra—a recessed niche for displaying art—this obelisk bridges ancient grandeur and modern garden design. Like the classical exedrae that housed statues of philosophers, it elevates both flora and ornament into focal points of contemplation.

Gardening Mastery

  • Roses as divas: Train climbing roses (e.g., ‘Climbing Iceberg’ or ‘New Dawn’) along its lattice to frame statues with blooms.
  • Clematis contrasts: Pair with Clematis viticella hybrids (pruned hard in late autumn) for vibrant violet or burgundy accents.
  • Winter appeal: Let frost highlight its geometric lattice when foliage fades, maintaining visual interest year-round.

Pro Tips

  • Prune strategically: For clematis, cut back in November to avoid damaging spring growth.
  • Wall mounting: Attach to exterior walls to control vigorous climbers while adding dimensional depth.
  • Art placement: Position sculptures 12–18” in front of the obelisk for optimal visual balance.
Price: £1,205.00
Exedra Garden Obelisk
£1,205.00

Frequently asked questions

With the four included ground spikes. No concrete is needed.

Yes. Use it freestanding, as a wall trellis (curve outward) or as a garden divider.

Yes, with a 10-year rust-proof guarantee.

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What the icons on our roses mean.

  • Fragrant Has a noticeable scent. The product page tells you how strong it is.
  • Repeat flowering Flowers more than once through the season, rather than a single show.
  • Disease tolerant Naturally tolerant of common rose diseases such as blackspot and mildew.
  • Wildlife friendly Flowers that provide pollen and nectar for bees and other pollinators.
  • Good for cutting Long-lasting blooms on stems that suit cutting for the vase.
  • Ornamental hips Produces decorative hips in autumn, which also feed the birds.
  • Award winning Has won awards. They are listed under Key Information on the product page.
  • Suitable for pots Happy growing in a container on a patio or balcony.
  • Grow up an arch Can be trained over an arch, pergola or doorway.
  • Grow up a wall Can be trained up a wall or fence.
  • Partial shade tolerant Copes with a position that only gets sun for part of the day.

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