Climber

Hi all, have a pergola covered in a Russian Vine (mile a minute) it is growing at a vast rate :flag: in all this sun, has to be trimmed every week, so have decided to remove it. My question is what can I replace it with that covers quickly and flowers, it's in full sun facing south although the base of the plant is shaded, the area to cover is 12' x 8'. Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks for your time. :gnthb:

 

Clematis montana, honesuckle, jasmine, climbing roses.

 

Thanks for your reply Andrew is anyone quicker growing than the other, as without cover the Pergola is an eyesore, although it's solid it's old and tatty, so a fast grower required. Thanks.

 

Jasmine and Clematis Montana are both quick growing, but will still take a few months to get going. Is Russian Vine evergreen, as most climbers lose their leaves in winter, so the pergola will become visible then.

 

Jasmine isn`t a climber so will not do the job. Go with C. montana, perfect for the task you have in mind.:gnthb:

 

Errr....!? Yes, it is!

What definition of "climber" are you thinking of?