Plants for pots – Tropical, Evergreen, Foliage focussed – to soften and cover Pergola

Any suggestions please for plants that would be suitable for pots, ideally evergreen but not against deciduous, that are large foliage, and of a tropical/forest style?

We installed a pergola in the summer and it has a trellis at the back which we are growing a passionflower and c. armandii up.

I want to create a green, foliage focused style inside the pergola. Ideally hardy, easy to care for and large.

I’ve read all the articles and have some ideas – but I always find recommendations create the best ideas.

Location is south facing and sheltered, but can create some shade with the pergola itself.

Thanks in advance.