"Space" wrote in message
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I have finally had enough of looking out of our patio doors into next
doors
conservatory. So I have decided to screen it from my view.

our garden is north facing and any plants to provide a screen would be
in
the shade.

I need all year cover. I tried bamboo but it will take forever to
grow to
the desired height.

so I am now considering a 6ft x 4ft trellis and covering it with ivy.
which
ivy will not take over my entire garden?!!

Plenty of choice he http://www.ivy.org/list.html Note that Hendera
Lelix 'Amber Waves' shows well in the shade. They will only grow as
large as you allow them, although I appreciate that some are more robust
than others. Best to chose your colour and variety and then research
its habits and cultural requirements.

Regards,
Emrys Davies.