Wednesday, February 8, 2012

What is the best climbing vine to grow on a wood patio awning?

Virginia creeper-"Parthenocissus"

This is beautiful fast- growing, self clinging vine. It can be grown in almost all zones. The leafs turn a brilliant crimson red in the fall. It looks quite similar to a grape vine even producing grape-like berries that birds love!

It is very easy to grow and quick to climb. There are several species in the parthenocissus family, Silver creeper, Boston Ivy, Woodbine, etc. Just ask your local nursery which one is best for your ares.

You will love this one! Beautiful colors, easy to grow!

God Bless

Grandma

What is the best climbing vine to grow on a wood patio awning?
wisteria.. there are a few different types some grow to 100 feet

clematis there are over 1000 types all beautiful

honeysuckle there are quite a few types of that as well...

moon vines are fun if you want large Flowers that bloom at night... they are of the same family as morning glories ...

sweet potato vines are fun too ...as are black eyed Suzann vines....

trumpet vines grow fast but are evasive but very lovely

English ivy is also a nice pic .. grows a bit slower in hot and humid areas



when it comes to best it depends on what your looking for in a plant and how much time you want to spend caring for it... a lot of vines will run ram-pent and cause damage to surroundings if not kept in check... they can get underneath siding,shingles,and through hair line cracks brick,around windows etc. etc etc be care-full to chose a plant that suits your needs and is controllable
Reply:Wisteria loves to grow and can get up to 40 feet. I have seen some cool grape vines growing on a patio lathe awning. Trumpet vine is also very cool and a good grower. If you have good soil, consider climbing roses. It is fun to sit underneath a canopy of flowers. Though it is not a vine, sweet peas are good for instant vines as are morning glories. Good luck.
Reply:how about grape vines?
Reply:How about crossvine. It's evergreen, native, and has attractive trumpet-like flowers in spring.

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