"Charlie Pridham" wrote in message
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"Jim W" wrote in message
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Peter C wrote:

I have just cleared an area in front of a 6 foot high by 24 feet
long
fence . I am considering purchasing either Wisteria or Virginia
Creepers to grow up the fence.I know the merits of both ie,
leaves ,
flowers. My side of the fence is in the shade. Any views which
to
purchase ? Also when should I purchase and plant.?
Thanks.

I would go for 2 but go for Parthenocissus henryana instead of
Virginia
creeper.. Much nicer on a shaded wall.

Purchase and plant now till about late feb/march. at least while
both
of these are dormant. Plant when ground is not frosty and firm in
..
mulch well to protect roots from frost
/
Jim
P. henryana gets my vote, it colours up well in shade (the leaves
have good
colour and markings in summer as well as the wonderfull autumn
display.)
--
Charlie, gardening in Cornwall.
http://www.roselandhouse.co.uk
Holders of National Plant Collection of Clematis viticella (cvs)

Thank you for all replies. This afternoon at the local garden centre
purchased two P henryana. Will plant out and look forward to a good
display next year.
Peter C