So to start with, should I be using a deeper planter, say at least 18 inches deep like I would for Clematis? or are there some annual climbers that will do OK in the soil volume of the above trough?
Annual climbers like sweet peas, ipomoea and even runner neans (which were originally grown for decoration) would probably be fine. I'd go for morning glory - quite a few attractive type of ipomoea around and a good time to sow them inside.
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You'd always be struggling with something like a clematis in a container of that depth Sheps. Sweet peas will be fine.
If you want a clematis, get a decent sized pot to give it a good chance
Thanks Fairygirl...I have been reading about Clematis liking a deep container, so giving the roots plenty of room to grow into.
As it happens I had planned on planting a Clematis ( Cezanne ) at the bottom of the garden in a large 53cm terracotta container, but I have now changed my mind and decided on having a raised bed built which will measure 16ft x 2ft x 2ft so with 24in of soil to grow into I think the Clematis should be OK.
I will do a bit of reading up on Sweet Peas and see how I get on.
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Why not try annual climbers.
Try lining it with something or stick a deep growbag in with extra soil on top to retain a bit of moisture.
Thanks guys...the advice is appreciated.
So to start with, should I be using a deeper planter, say at least 18 inches deep like I would for Clematis? or are there some annual climbers that will do OK in the soil volume of the above trough?
Andy...
Something like clematis cirrhosa Balearica - but only in a deep pot.
Annual climbers like sweet peas, ipomoea and even runner neans (which were originally grown for decoration) would probably be fine. I'd go for morning glory - quite a few attractive type of ipomoea around and a good time to sow them inside.
Thanks once again guys
Morning Glory looks very pretty, as do the Sweet Peas, so I'll give it some more thought and probably go for a deeper pot/planter.
You'd always be struggling with something like a clematis in a container of that depth Sheps. Sweet peas will be fine.
If you want a clematis, get a decent sized pot to give it a good chance
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...