We have a flowerbed next to our patio that is south facing, sounds great but I've struggled to get a climber which will cover the fence to survive. I've tried these:
Clematis Armandii
Clematis cirrohosa freckles
Actinidia kolomikta
I think the issue is the lack of shelter as any wind gets tunnelled between us and next door, although it is very hot in summer. I have protected the roots from the sun, a honeysuckle nearby has never thrived although a ceanothus has been fantastic.
What could go here that would definitely do well? (not ivy!) Wisteria, Campsis, Roses, a different variety of honeysuckle? I really need something that does well as it is demoralising when thing die.
Thanks for any advice.