best climbing plants for arches
Looking to transform your garden arches into spectacular living features? Choosing the best climbing plants for arches can add vertical interest, scent, colour, and lush greenery to your outdoor space. Whether you want fast-growing climbers for instant coverage or flowering vines that create seasonal beauty, the right plant will turn any arch into a vibrant focal point. In New Zealand’s climate, a range of hardy, exotic, and native climbing plants thrive over garden arches, offering endless possibilities for design and function.
Tecomanthe speciosa
Tecomanthe speciosa, commonly known as the Three Kings Climber, is a NZ native vine grown for its foliage and flowers. It features large, glossy, green leaves that become adorned with large clusters of cream-coloured, tubular flowers in autumn. It will grow to 10 m tall but is often kept in check with trimming. Tecomanthe speciosa makes an excellent addition to a subtropical garden and is well-suited for growing on pillars, pergolas, and arches. With appropriate support, it can also be used for hedging.
From $43.13
Hydrangea petiolaris
Hydrangea petiolaris is a climbing hydrangea that grows as a vigorous, self-clinging deciduous climber that produces flat white lacecap blooms in early summer. Its heart-shaped leaves create a lush green covering for walls, fences, and pergolas, especially in shaded or semi-shaded areas. Slow to establish but long-lived, this climber thrives in moist, well-drained soil and performs reliably across New Zealand’s diverse climates. Hydrangea petiolaris brings elegance, structure, and seasonal interest to vertical garden spaces.
From $40.43
