climbing bean plant
A climbing bean plant is the perfect pick for any New Zealand gardener seeking easy, productive veggies with a knack for vertical growth. Famed for their vigorous vines, these beans are a staple in Kiwi gardens, requiring minimal ground space while rewarding you with generous crops and lush green foliage. Whether you’re planting scarlet runners up a fence or pole beans on a sunny deck, the climbing bean plant transforms even the smallest outdoor spot into a living food factory.
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) is a vigorous, hardy NZ native climber or groundcover. It features wiry, twining stems and small, glossy green leaves that create dense coverage. Growing up to 4 m wide and 2 m high, it’s perfect for fences, banks, or walls. Pohuehue tolerates wind, salt spray, and dry conditions once established.
From $20.63
Metrosideros carminea
Metrosideros carminea, commonly known as Climbing Rata or Crimson Rata Vine, is a striking New Zealand native valued for its vivid red flowers and glossy, dark green foliage. This vigorous climber can reach 3–6 metres with support and is ideal for covering fences, trellises, or tree trunks.
From $26.15
