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Climbing Vines

By Ellen Wells | Published: July 25, 2009

Q. What climbing vine would you suggest to grow on a trellis attached to a limestone house facing a south and a west wall?
Columbus, Indiana
A. There are a few controlled growth honeysuckles that would work, such as John Clayton, Blanch Sandman or Goldflame. Also, the climbing Hydrangeas such as Hydrangea petiolaris and Schizophragma hydrangenoides.
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Combining Autumn Clematis & Honeysuckle Vines

By Ellen Wells | Published: July 10, 2009

Q. I have an arch and side trellises in my garden. Last year I planted Autumn Joy (white) clematis on the side trellises. This year, for color, I planted pink honeysuckle to grow around the arch. Should I keep the clematis and honeysuckle separate? I’m afraid the clematis will overwhelm the honeysuckle. Am I right? [...]

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