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Martin wrote:
On Sun, 15 May 2016 11:46:40 -0500, "JIP" wrote:


You don't say how tall your trellis is, but if it's masking a gate, I
assume about 6ft. I hope it's well supported with posts set good and
deep, otherwise it will blow down, given a decent gale.

Clematis Armandii might be good choice. Evergreen, white flowers early
in the year, some perfume. http://tinyurl.com/j56th9e Or you could try
Winter Jasmine, http://tinyurl.com/j56th9e. More ideas in these links
http://tinyurl.com/z4todet

Sorry, yes it's about 6 feet. The trellis has been there a long time
already and is well supported.

Clematis Armandii is ideal for that.

Unfortunately, it isn't even suitable. It is very vigorous, and
loathes being cut back hard, so has a very limited lifetime in
constrained locations. Also, depending on how exposed the place
is to winter winds, it might not be hardy enough - it doesn't
like freezing winds at all.


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.