I have a north facing fence along one side of my garden. It supports a
couple of clematis (c. viticella "Polish Spirit" and another whose name I've
forgotten) and a self-seeded virginia creeper (parthenocissus quinquefolia)
growing in the gap between to paving slabs.

I have to admit that these don't fit the all year round criteria, but
virginia creeper looks good for most of the warm months of the year and
spectacular in autumn. It's also a fast grower which might be a
consideration for you. Clematis montana might be another good choice though
it gets pretty rampant given half a chance and would need a _big_ container.

Other clematis would need regular watering, especially in a windy location.
However, given a little care and attention they can look pretty spectacular
when they flower.

Just my thoughts,

Keith.

"Keith (Portland)" wrote in message
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Hi,

Has anyone any ideas on planting up a north facing wall about 15ft by
15ft?
It is rendered stone, painted creamish colour and gets sun in the mornings
in the spring and summer, but has rather a draughty eastern aspect. We
very
rarely get frost, ice or snow but the wind chill factor can be high on
occasions. The wall is clearly visible from the house and plants need to
be
in containers because a concrete patio to the base of the wall. I imagine
a
wooden trellis will be necessary.

We have tried honeysuckle clinging to netting, but it always gets totally
ruined by greenfly there, yet it grows extremely well everywhere else in
the
garden (with its feet in the ground) - why? This is a different strain of
honeysuckle and should be a golden in colour. Is it likely to be OK when
transplanted elsewhere?

Many thanks for any attractive ideas, particularly for those that might
look
good all the year round.

Keith