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Will it grow sideways?

Will it grow sideways?

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Hello,

I am looking for a climbing plant to go onto my trellis that sits on top of the wall that separates us and our neighbours, effectively what I would like it to do is to grow up the wall and then grow left and right onto the trellis.. is that possible?

thanks, Dasha.
Posted: Thursday 7th of July 2011 01:12 PM

  • Re: Will it grow sideways?

    Angie Robertson
    Dasha, most climbers will do the job you are asking it to do. It is just a case of training. Most clematis are decidious so you would only have the privacy when in growth. A lot of clematis do require pruning (only group 1 do not) to keep in good condition and to all too bloom. Group 1 clematis eg montana will cover a big area and provide you will lots of bloom.
    I am not an expert, so I am unable to give you complete advice re specific plants but I can share my experience:
    I tried something similar with a clematis and found that once the clematis was large enough to reach the top of the fence - the weight pulled it over and the neighbours enjoyed the blooms not me. I am now training a rambling rose to cover the fence and will then plant clematis, keeping them in check to keep, to grow with the rose, thus keeping the blooms on my side of the fence.
    I hope this helps a little bit toward making you choices.
    Cheers, Angie
    Replied: Thursday 7th of July 2011 05:30 PM
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