Russian Vine

[katarina]

Been advised against it, but I need to cover an ugly wall quickly. Is there danger of it taking over if I keep it in a pot?

[Scunner]

It can take over. I have had one for too many years to remember. I give it a golly good thrashing with a pruner every year or two. Birds nest in it. I just love it, covers the pergola with blossom at this time of year. Go for it.

[gardeninginagale]

Fhallopia is of the same family as knotweed. Do you really want to plant a member of the knotweed family in your garden? It may seem like a quick fix, but you will regret it forever. If you keep it in a pot, It will be so restricted it won't do what you want it to do. No point in that. Many plants will cover an ugly wall, but not instantly. Have patience, choose wisely, and give the knotweed relative a miss.

[Scunner]

I saw the most beautiful Russian vine on the fence between Morrisons supermarket and the railway in Inverness today.

[windness]

Have one in my garden for years and no problem controlling it at all - great climber for ugly wall.
Remember we originate from apes.

[Scunner]

As posted before, I love the plant. As you say its great for covering ugly walls. It thrives on a good pruning