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Evergreen climbers

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gibba8 · 06/04/2010 20:09

Can anyone recommend a fast growing climber that grows in full shade.
I really need to cover several mismatched fences on the boundry of my garden.
I planted ivys 2 years back and they have only grown about 70cm.
Last year in desperation I planted a Russian Vine but this appeared to die. I know they do lose their leaves in winter but it appeared to be dying before winter.
I know nothing about gardening so really need advice as to what to plant as can not afford to buy a new fence.

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Pannacotta · 06/04/2010 21:26

Cleamtis armandii, Pileostegia (is quite slow), Hydrangea seemannii (also slow), evergreen honeysuckle.
Clematis armandii and honeysuckle as the fastest, but most evergreen climbers are slower than deciduous.
Ivy is a good option but needs to be kept moist in the first year or two after planting (as do any of the above).
Do make sure you plant a big hole and improve your soil before planting and water any new planting once a week over summer.

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TrowelAndError · 06/04/2010 21:52

I am on a campaign to promote honeysuckle - more people should grow it - so I'll echo what Pannacotta has said about honeysuckle! I have Belgica in a very dark corner and it's doing well.

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Pannacotta · 06/04/2010 22:12

I like the look of this one
www.roselandhouse.co.uk/climbers/lonicera%20similis%20delavayi.htm

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