I've transformed my front garden into a lovely oasis of white flowers, featuring a beautiful cherry, Mexican orange blossom, and white daffodils. I really want to maintain this white theme, especially since I live right across from a busy intersection and need some privacy from the view into my front room. I'm looking for a climber that can reach about 2m tall since my space is somewhat limited. I'm considering a clematis variety called 'Jingle Bells' because I love the idea of winter blooms, but it grows larger than I need (4m x 2m). Does anyone grow this plant? Is it manageable to keep it smaller with pruning, or will it end up taking over my neighbors' garden too? If it's going to be a hassle, I'm open to other suggestions as well. Thanks!
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Clematis armandii or Trachelospermum jasminoides could work well for you. Don’t let their potential size scare you; with some pruning, you can definitely keep them within your space. Sometimes it’s better to have a larger plant to achieve quicker coverage, and you can always weave stray branches back in. I've seen Trachelospermum used as hedges and they can be kept around 2 meters with regular trimming.
While I’m not familiar with the Jingle Bells variety, my parents have Clematis Armandii in southeast England, and it's robust but can be cut back when needed. Just a note from my experience: I've had trouble getting them to thrive in wetter conditions, like in West Scotland, but I’m guessing your environment might be better for it!
Star Jasmine could fit the bill! It’s evergreen and has lovely white blooms as well.
If you're open to other ideas, Solanum album grows really fast and features beautiful white flowers that last a long time. Also, consider Rosa Banksiae Alba; it's a lovely option too!
I actually have an evergreen jasmine with white flowers that I love. I can’t provide much info since it came with the house, but it sounds like it might suit your needs. Good luck with your garden!
Definitely consider Clematis Armandii! I've had mine for about a year and it’s already hit 2m. It’s pretty aggressive, though, so regular pruning will be key to filling out the lower sections. Just a heads up: when training it on a trellis, the stems can snap easily, so having some wires up can really help.
I agree, those are solid options! Just remember to prune them regularly to keep them in check.