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Ornata writes:
| Alex Woodward Wrote:
|
| I would like tips on a good plant that will help to cover a wall.
| However, I
| don't want to use an ivy because of the associate risks. I am thinking
| of
| using a trellis, but don't want a plant that uses 'suckers' to cling to
| the
| wall itself. I would like a leafy evergreen if possible. Any
| suggestions?
|
| Clematis armandii is an evergreen with large, glossy leaves and
| almond-scented white flowers from around now for the next month or so.
| It takes a while to get going, but once it does it can cover a large
| area.

It is a good plant, but is slightly tender and slightly tricky to
prune. Neither should put people off as I do mean "slightly",
but they are worth knowing.


Regards,
Nick Maclaren.