Gardening Questions Climbers

Russian vine (mile a minute) is very quick at growing although not one I would ever want in my garden again it's a little messy to say the least.

Clematis montana is one climber I would go for... it flowers around May and you will get masses of stunning little flowers followed by masses of growth spourts, again it will quickly out grow it's space but well worth it for it's stunning display.Hel.xxx.

Quite a question as you dont say what you want from climber and helofadigger right apart from speed see little to recommend Russian Vine messy flowers insignificant with no fragrance.Often planted to cover an eyesore ie old sheds etc till it becomes one itself.
all these fast climbers will need support such as wires and tying in then theres the autmumn leaf sweeping and bare stems in winter. Sure you want fast and not low maintenance evergeen this will be slower however.

I established a Montana in a previous garden which I was well impressed with- especially as it reached the bedroom window upstairs (outside,of course!). Presently I am hoping this one will cover an ugly mesh fence.....

As others have said, it depends what kind of climber you want and how quick is quick. Sweet peas and Cobea scandens can do the trick if you want summer cover. If you have patience then Ivy is great - Boston Ivy is good if you don't mind winter esposure, but both of these plants take maybe 3 years to get going. Clematis montana - can vouch for the vigorousness of this although again it might take 2 or 3 years before it really takes off. Rosa Kiftsgate - haven't grown but is renowned for it vigour - think that might be in the scary bracket along with Russian vine - or is that unfair? Finally, what about honeysuckle? Personally, it grows well for us - esp. Lonicera percclymeum 'Serotina' - no flowers after 4 years, but plenty of growth.

Many thanks to all who have answered. I'm wanting to cover an
unsightly fence fairly quickly - have honeysuckle but am very grateful for your comments.

Ina