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- Philip

Hello

I have tried to grow clematis but they never flourish though i do follow the requirements of their roots in shade and have a fair bash at following the correct pruning regime.

I have a spot under some outdoor stairs (so shady but the higher up more sun), where a pyrocantha could provide a climbing frame, and would ask your suggestion for a suitable variety, for my bee friendly approach, as minimal pruning as necessary, not much more than 2mx2m, and evergreen if possible as foliage would act as screen to neighbours... I know i am asking a lot... but any help would be welcome and a purchase is more than likely to follow...

cheers

Hi Philip, the clematis that you have been trying with may have been young plants? (supermarket / garden centre types?)

all ours are 2 years old and fully mature which makes them garden ready 52 weeks a year.

However evergreens will only operate properly in full sun, so it will be a bit of a risk, but you can give it a go and see what happens

maybe go for avalanche as these are really strong plants

please see link below

hope this helps



Avalanche