I have decided to put the mesh to use now. See photo in my blog linked below. Under that, I have planted 4 plants, two each of Quamoclit and another two - names of which I'm not getting right now. Small vines. In about 4-6 weeks and with lot of rain they should grow quickly up through the mesh.
Here is the blogpost:
http://dinusyarden.blogspot.in...
Elaine,
The dormant season here is somewhat between November and March-April. Most plants slow down growing. Many shed leaves also to preserve moisture and get ready for 3-4 very warm months up to May. Dead foliage will fall off. I mostly compost them.