Put hanging basket on fence?

[Dontstoprunning]

I just posted this but it seems so have disappeared, apologies if it shows up and this is a duplicate.

Can I put hanging baskets on my fence? I have the panel side and my neighbour has the fence post side.
Im asking as I would only be able to use short screws so wondering if they would be strong enough to hold the bracket and full basket.

Is it your fence?

Is it definitely your fence?

If so you can do what you like but obviously screw it in where there is a post behind as the panels are unlikely to be strong enough and also you won't want screws sticking through to your neighbours side.

If your neighbours own the fence then no.

We both rent and from the same landlord so not sure which of us "owns" it but I painted it yesterday and the neighbour offered to help so I'm sure she won't mind me hanging some baskets.

Good idea about putting them where the posts are on the other side, that's what I will do. Thank you

I'd go for shepherds hook style metal posts to hang your baskets from, so not attached to a fence. A fully planted and watered hanging basket can be far too heavy for a wooden fence post IMO.
We picked some up from a local maker, always go for the type with at least 2 if not 4 prongs to go in the ground as it's much stronger and less likely to get blown over in wind.

I agree about weight. If your baskets damage it, whether or not you have the landlords permission, surely landlord will be after you for repair costs?

I'd be surprised if a fence could hold the weight of a full and watered hanging basket, they are incredibly heavy.

Did you not ask your landlord if it was ok when you asked permission to paint the fence?

Not point asking us if its the landlords fence.

Anything that can be planted in a hanging basket can be planted in a pot, look just as lovely and probably need less watering. If you have a B and M near you, especially one with a garden dept then they have very sturdy decent sized pots at a reasonable cost.

It will weaken/damage the fence. I wouldn’t.

Wilkos have some fence pots in at the moment.

Thank you so much for the helpful replies. Maybe I won't hang them on the fence then.. I have a brick wall the other side so could hang them there instead, hopefully might stop my sons booting balls at the wall too. I was just thinking it may brighten that side of the garden up.

Erm no I haven't asked my landlord if I could paint the fence.
When I read replies on some threads, even though I know you can't always know how something was said when typed I just know it was in a cheeky way 🙄

This is a housing association house, I'm on a permanent secured tenancy and provided I don't trash the house I am allowed to make improvements/changes such as decorating, gardening etc without asking permission. Things like painting the fence come under wear and tear (it was weathered) and is down to me to to sort.
I'd need permission to take a wall down lol but I've lived here 10 years since the house was built and it's expected of me to do the little bits.
Just because I rent it doesn't mean I'm not allowed to make my house a home.

Can't believe I've had to explain my life on a thread about a hanging basket but that's mumsnet for you.

I'd use the shepherds hooks posts or pots on the ground with taller plants in.

I've put them on fencing before to no ill affect. Yes, they can get heavy when filled with water but they're honestly fine as long as the screws are in properly. Baskets can vary in size as well so maybe opt for something on the smaller side if you are concerned.

They add a nice dose of colour higher up.

I've got vertical fencing slats btw rather than a panel. Not sure if this is what you have?

"Can't believe I've had to explain my life on a thread about a hanging basket but that's mumsnet for you."

So true! 😂😂😂

I've had numerous hanging baskets on my fence for 10+ years, fence is fine. My brackets are attached to the posts which are set in concrete.

@Dontstoprunning I have these, they just slot over the top of the fence post so no need to screw in

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hanging-Basket-Brackets-Concrete-Fence/dp/B07WH3R61Y/ref=ascdff_B07WH3R61Y/?tag=&linkCode=df0&hvadid=375471937612&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14348072744765454411&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1006804&hvtargid=pla-815221365098&ref=&adgrpid=79766851154&th=1

I live in a HA house and we have pretty much free rein when it comes to fence painting and house decorating. I do have hanging baskets on the fences but they're very, very sturdy post and slat fences that won't be coming down any time soon and are over 15 years old. I would suggest having a very good look at the fences. Are they strong and completely immovable? Is there any give at all if you try and wobble them? My rear fence isn't like my front one so I wouldn't put anything on them but my front garden even has wooden troughs on the fences. If you do decide to, stick to the posts for extra strength.

I've had these on this fence for years with no issues. I suspect you will be fine to hang baskets on your fence.

Ive got small hanging baskets on my fence post, neighbours have some on their side.

Can't believe I've had to explain my life on a thread about a hanging basket but that's mumsnet for you.

This made me laugh because it's mostly true but I don't think anyone meant anything mean by it here. It was probably going to lead to a "oh god don't do anything more to the fence before you ask". While there are some lovely landlords out there, there are others just ready to pounce and give you a huge quote for a new fence. Usually to replace the old dilapidated one that was there in the first place. I saw some weird ones working on landlord and tenant cases, like the LL who wanted whole radiators replaced because of minor scuff marks (didn't win, obviously but it was stressful for the tenant who also lost out on a reference for future rentals).