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Post by Deleted on Jul 17, 2007 17:56:00 GMT
We are at last, having our front garden re-vamped. Most of the area is being brick paved.
We have heavy clay acid soil and it's south facing, so lots of sun.
Along the boundary with the street I plan to plant a relaxed elaeagnus hedge, which will cope with the howling wind and salt air (we are only a few hundred yards from the sea)
Close to the boundary with our neighbours we have a 18' x 6' trellis.
I would really appreciate some suggestions as to what to plant to cover the trellis. Flowers are not important, but I prefer white and a perfume would be a bonus. I love clematis and successfully grow some in the in the back garden, but it is more sheltered than the front. Evergreen would be good too.
Many thanks
Woobats
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Post by Deleted on Jul 18, 2007 11:26:10 GMT
Hi Woobats ... what about Solanum alba? No perfume, but white and evergreen (at least here in Dublin, and I imagine you have a similar climate?). Only thing is, I don't know if it has a soil preference - we have alkaline here. but it really is a beauty ;D ... cheers ...
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Post by Chuckles on Jul 18, 2007 11:41:36 GMT
I'm no expert woobats but there must be some lovely Jasmines or Honeysuckles that would suit your conditions. Andy is your man really for this type of question.
Not sure if there are any Clems that would foot the bill either, there are a few evergreen one's I have Wisley Cream, Freckles and Balearica. Plocket would be your woman for Clem help.
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Post by weedorcas on Jul 18, 2007 11:46:28 GMT
Hello Woobats, Don't get excited, because I don't know much about seaside gardening, so might be of no help whatsoever. I suspect others feel the same, and that's why you have had no replies. Please don't think you are being ignored.
What about a Pyracantha? The flowers are small, but the berries are smashing. Some of the ivies have lovely evergreen foliage, and there is the evergreen honeysuckle, Lonicera 'Halliana'. Interspersed with these, you could try some of the summer flowering Clematis and Roses. I believe Plocket is an expert on these, you could ask her for advice. And if you go to the David Austen Rose website, I'm sure you could find a suitable rose there.
also, there is the winter flowering Jasmine, Jasminum nudiflorum, and the Japanese Quince, Chaenomeles speciosa, a variety of which has white flowers.
Most of these aren't climbers as such, but shrubs which can be trained to grow "flat".
I hope I have been of some help. Good luck with your project!
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Post by Plocket on Jul 18, 2007 11:59:24 GMT
Hia Woobats!
I'm afraid I'm going to put a bit of a downer on your clematis plans - most evergreen clematis do need lots of sun but need a bit of shelter too, and strong salty sea winds won't be appreciated. However, saying that I always think it's worth trying things out.
I would suggest that you look for something really tough for your trellis, and then perhaps grow some container "group 3" clematis for summer colour. That way you can move the containers into the back garden where they will be more sheltered over winter when you get the worst of the weather. If you choose something that doesn't grow too big it should be quite happy in a reasonable sized terracotta or stone container.
Another option would be to grow a montana which can cope with a lot more than many clematis, but it wouldn't be evergreen. Montana Primrose Star is gorgeous and although not scented gives a lovely display in late spring/early summer.
I hope this helps a bit, and I hope you enjoy your project!
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Post by andy on Jul 18, 2007 13:35:43 GMT
Good old Trachelospermum jasminoides would be my choice.....evergreen, white and intesely scented all summer. The only drawback is that they are a little slow growing for a climber.....which could also act as an advantage as they don't get too invasive !!!
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Post by Deleted on Jul 20, 2007 13:23:40 GMT
Thanks guys,
I really like the sound of the Trachelospermum jasminoides and will also check out the evergreen Honeysuckle.
I have a Solanum alba in the back garden, which I love, but the wind nips the leaves.
Oh the joys of seaside gardening. I really wish I could grow what I want rather than what will survive...... but hey life's a challenge.
If it stops raining long enough over the weekend I will make a start.
Thanks again
Woobats
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Post by Deleted on Jul 20, 2007 13:55:31 GMT
Let us know how you get on, Woobats ... cheers ...
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Post by andy on Jul 20, 2007 14:22:17 GMT
Or Clematis armandii  |
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Post by Shrubrose on Jul 20, 2007 17:27:12 GMT
I've put a clematis armandii in, to grow up a pergola. It's a bit exposed at the mo. and certainly doesn't like the wind (which it's getting a lot of!). But.....it is surviving so might be worth a try woobats.
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Post by Deleted on Jul 21, 2007 18:01:40 GMT
Hi Guys
We visited our local nursery this afternoon and guess what they recommended..........Clematis armandii, apparently is thrives locally, so that's what we are going with.
I have to say tho' I was very taken with the Trachelospermum jasminoides so will find a spot for it in the back garden.
Thanks again for your suggestions, will let you know how it goes.
Woobats
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