"I have a hunch that DB will never thrive in that location because roses do need more sun, so again, it's time to re-think what would thrive there and make you happy."
Me, too, Roseblush, which is why I started this thread. I planted it there before I knew better, but now I think both me and the little guy would feel better if it was anywhere but there. Right now for me that will have to be an extra-large urn, and if I have to baby it along a bit until I find a better spot, I'd rather that than have it stay in the shade, growing more futile roots and canes and making the inevitable transplant harder on us both. So... back out I go for the shovel. The pot was almost ready Saturday!
By no means must I have climbing replacements. I love heucheras but have none yet, and because I know it won't be easy for me to settle for just one or two, I hope to trade for a bunch! Most of my garden beds are shaded, after all, except that front bed. In the meantime, I do have a few no-name striped hostas (what? I love 'em anyway!) and a bunch of tiger lilies I'm planning on moving anyway. Both did wonderfully along a picket fence that shaded them during most of the day last year.
So... back out I go for the shovel!
Thanks, again, Roseblush. You had the right answer in the first place, but I wasn't forthcoming enough at first to deserve it, lol.
