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What climber won't grow out wide?

sjvbutlersjvbutler Posts: 1
in Plants
So I have a blank wall I want to possibly put 2 trellis on to brighten up the wall. I don't want it to grow wide, I'd like it to stick close to the wall but I'd like there to be colour to it. I believe I have a North facing garden as it's fully shaded. What are my choices? 

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  • K67K67 Posts: 2,506
    Clematis!
  • CloggieCloggie Posts: 1,457
    Any plant won't grow wide if you cut them back but vigorous growers will rebel against your efforts and make a mockery of you.

    Google patio clematis as a first stab at "tame" climbers.  There is a wealth of solutions for all situations.
  • LoxleyLoxley Posts: 5,698
    Type 3 Clematis. Cut back entirely in winter, then you can train the new growth as desired in spring. No gradual build up of tangled stems due to this.
    "What is hateful to you, do not do to your neighbour". 
  • bertrand-mabelbertrand-mabel Posts: 2,697
    Chocolate vine Akebia quinata.
    We have it growing outside the north face of our polytunnel. It can be cut back if needed.
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