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Old 05-02-2007, 05:31 PM posted to rec.gardens
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Default vines to cover chain linked fence

FragileWarrior wrote:
"MiamiCuse" wrote in
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Hi:

I am having a chain linked fence constructed along the property line
(I prefer wood or masonry but budget prevents me from using those).
The fence will be six feet tall.

I would like to put some plant that will eventually grow and "fill in"
and cover the chain linked fence. I know there are vines that does
that. What I am looking for is what variety of vines would be best,
or is there anything else I should consider? The fence will be 105
feet in length so I am not restricted to one kind.

Location is Miami, Florida zone 10b.

Thanks in advance for any comments,

MC


What sort of temperature is the metal on that fence going to hit come
summertime?


A vigorous vine will eventually cover and shade the metal, making that a
non-issue. Yes, there may be some die-back at first; but, in the end,
the vine will conquer the fence.

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David E. Ross
Climate: California Mediterranean
Sunset Zone: 21 -- interior Santa Monica Mountains with some ocean
influence (USDA 10a, very close to Sunset Zone 19)
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