Friday, May 21, 2010

Is there any shade lover (or tolerent) flowering vine?

I'd like to cove my under-deck fence with some sort of vine - preferably flowing kind. The only problem is the location can only get a few hour morning sun and full shade for the rest of day. Any suggestions? Thanks

Is there any shade lover (or tolerent) flowering vine?
Yes i would use climbing Hydrangia they are very nice and will do a good job for you hope this helps.
Reply:Asian star jasmine, Carolina Jessamine, or Hydrangea.





http://www.virtualplanttags.com/VinesFul...





They work well for me.
Reply:You might consider the climbing Hydrangea vines ...





According to About.com:


http://landscaping.about.com/od/vineplan...





"Outstanding Feature of Climbing Hydrangea Vines: Climbing hydrangeas solve a problem for homeowners with shady areas to plant. Even though they won't flower as profusely if planted in full shade, these shade-tolerant vines provide attractive foliage that can cover quite an area once the plants mature."





And this article from Associated Content claims:


http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...





"The leaves are clean and crisp, dark green, and rarely bothered by insect or disease problems. In early summer large, creamy white flowers with a sweet aroma cover the plant. Fall turns the leaves yellow, and when they drop, the woody branches take center stage with their peeling, cinnamon colored bark. More winter interest comes from the interesting "3-D" twists and turns of the stems, adding light and shadow where others vines might grow on a flat plane. The now dark brown dried flower heads usually persist during winter to add even more detail.





The climbing Hydrangea adds value to your garden by giving four season interest."





*~ Good luck 'n happy gardening ~*
Reply:Firstly it's very important to mention your Zone rating. Periwinkle (vinca major) does well in shade - and has lovely light blue flowers. This won't climb very high and may die back in Zone 4 or less. Bearberry or Kinnikinnik (Arctostaphylos uva-ursi) is a hardy groundcover you could entice to be a low vine with some burlap perhaps. There are not too many options as most vines are so as to grow towards the light. However some of the honeysuckle vines will tolerate low light - however don't expect lots of showy blossoms.


I would maybe consider a varigated leafy vine for more dramatic color.
Reply:Don't have full sun?





Don't worry: Few climbers thrive in the dark, but the following climbing vines for shade will do well in spots that don't get a lot of sun.





These vines do a wonderful job of covering fences or hiding unattractive views.





Boston ivy, Virginia creeping and climbing hydrangea are self-clinging, but the other vines need a structural support to grow over.
Reply:Trumpet vine will adapt well and bloom in part shade.





See source for more info


No comments:

Post a Comment