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climbing fruit plants

Climbing fruit plants are a fantastic way to add edible beauty to your garden while making the most of vertical space. Whether you have limited room in a small backyard or you’re seeking to create a lush, green privacy screen, climbing fruit plants offer a harvest that is as rewarding as it is delicious. Many varieties are well suited to New Zealand's varied climate, thriving on trellises, fences, or pergolas. These vigorous growers not only yield fresh fruit but also contribute to the biodiverse, pollinator-friendly garden you’ve always wanted.

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Grape 'Albany Surprise'

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Grape 'Albany Surprise' is a reliable grape variety known for its sweet, flavoursome fruit and strong growth in NZ gardens. This vigorous vine produces consistent crops when grown in a sunny, sheltered position.

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Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grapevines
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
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Grape 'Niagra'

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Grape 'Niagra' is a well known white grape variety valued for its sweet flavour and juicy fruit, making it ideal for fresh eating and home growing in NZ. This vigorous vine produces generous bunches and thrives in sunny conditions.

From $29.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Grapevines
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern
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Grape 'Steubens'

Grape 'Steubens' is a popular table grape known for its sweet, juicy red berries and reliable performance in NZ gardens. This vigorous vine produces...

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Fuchsia procumbens plant growing across the ground with green foliage and yellow-green flowers.
Fuchsia procumbens (Climbing Fuchsia)

Fuchsia procumbens, commonly known as Creeping Fuchsia, is a low-growing, NZ native plant valued for its unique yellow-red flowers and ornamental...

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Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' plants in a cottage garden featuring orange flowers and lush green foliage.
Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' (Hot Poker Plant)

Kniphofia 'Border Ballet' is a variety of the commonly known Red Hot Poker, and is grown for its colourful flowers. Stems rise above the foliage...

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Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' (ZZ ZZ Plant)

Zamioculcas 'Black Knight' is a very popular indoor plant owing to its dark and showy foliage. It grows as a clump and produces upright fronds which...

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Feijoa Takaka fruit on a table with one cut in half.
Feijoa 'Takaka'

Feijoa 'Takaka' is a productive evergreen fruiting shrub valued for its sweet aromatic fruit, attractive foliage, and reliable performance in New...

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Feijoa Apollo fruit cut in half.
Feijoa 'Apollo'

Feijoa 'Apollo' trees produce tasty, medium-sized fruit in late autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m wide but can be...

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Feijoa Kakariki fruit on a tree.
Feijoa 'Kakariki'

Feijoa 'Kakariki' is an early-season variety that produces large, sweet fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and 2 m...

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Feijoa Triumph fruit on a tree amidst green foliage.
Feijoa 'Triumph'

Feijoa 'Triumph' is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Feijoa 'Triumph' produces medium to large-sized, oval fruit with a firm skin in...

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Rhaphidophora decursiva

Rhaphidophora decursiva (Dragon Tail Plant) is a striking tropical climber known for its large, deeply split leaves that become more dramatic as the...

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Feijoa 'Opal Star' fruit.
Feijoa 'Opal Star'

Feijoa 'Opal Star' is a standout choice for New Zealand gardens. Feijoa 'Opal Star' is a late-season variety of Feijoa that produces medium to...

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Moss Pole For Plants (Moss Pole For Plants)

These moss poles for plants are made from Coir Fibre (i.e., the husks of coconuts). They are an eco-friendly option to help plants grow healthier and...

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Plum Omega

'Omega' Plum Tree is a popular fruiting tree valued for its delicious sweet dark red plums and reliable performance in New Zealand gardens. Flowering...

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Feijoa sellowiana fruit on a tree.
Feijoa sellowiana

Feijoa sellowiana, commonly known as Brazilian Guava or Pineapple Guava, is one of the original Feijoa varieties from which many new varieties have...

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Apricot 'Garden Annie'

Apricot 'Garden Annie' is a compact apricot tree prized for its sweet juicy fruit and attractive spring blossom display. This deciduous fruit tree is...

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Feijoa Antoinette fruit ready to eat.
Feijoa 'Antoinette'

Feijoa 'Antoinette' produces tasty, medium-sized fruit in autumn. This evergreen shrub typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, though it can...

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'Sanguine' Peaches cut in half on a table.
Peach 'Sanguine'

Peach 'Sanguine' is a distinctive heritage peach variety prized for its deep red flesh and rich intense flavour. This deciduous fruit tree performs...

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Feijoa White Goose fruit cut in half.
Feijoa 'White Goose'

Feijoa 'White Goose' is an early-maturing variety that produces high yields of large fruit. The fruit has a semi-smooth, light green skin and flesh...

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Apple 'Liberty'

'Liberty' Apple is a popular apple variety renowned for its crisp texture, excellent flavour, and reliable performance in New Zealand gardens. The...

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Black Doris' plums.
Plum 'Black Doris'

The 'Black Doris' Plum is a popular variety that produces large and firm, purple-black fruit. The flesh is dark red, sweet, and juicy. White blossoms...

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Cherry 'Dawson'

'Dawson' Cherry is a productive sweet cherry tree valued for its attractive blossom, reliable crops, and delicious dark red fruit with rich flavour...

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Pear 'Doyenne du Comice'

Pear 'Doyenne du Comice' is a premium deciduous fruit tree renowned for producing exceptionally sweet, juicy pears with outstanding flavour and a...

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Luisa' plum tree covered in yellow fruit.
Plum 'Luisa'

The 'Luisa' Plum is a popular variety that produces good yields of large, yellow-skinned fruit, blushed with red. The flesh is firm, yellow, sweet...

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Plum Hawera

The 'Hawera' Plum Tree is a productive deciduous fruit tree grown for its reliable crops of delicious plums and attractive spring blossom. It is well...

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Plum 'Greengage' fruit.
Plum 'Greengage'

The 'Greengage' plum tree is a heritage variety prized for its lovely, green-skinned fruit with golden flesh. Renowned for its rich, honeyed flavour...

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Persimmon 'Fuyu' orange fruit on a table.
Persimmon 'Fuyu'

Persimmon 'Fuyu' is a highly prized deciduous fruit tree that produces crisp, sweet, non astringent fruit with outstanding flavour. Spectacular...

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Apple 'Granny Smith'

'Granny Smith' Apple is one of the world's most popular apple varieties, valued for its crisp texture, refreshing tart flavour, and excellent keeping...

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Apple 'Braeburn'

Apple 'Braeburn' is one of New Zealand's most popular apple varieties, renowned for its crisp texture, balanced sweet tart flavour, and excellent...

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Pear 'Taylors Gold'

Pear 'Taylors Gold' is a premium deciduous fruit tree renowned for producing sweet juicy golden pears with exceptional flavour and texture. A...

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Apple 'Fuji'

'Fuji' Apple is a world renowned apple variety prized for its exceptionally sweet flavour, crisp texture, and excellent storage qualities. The...

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Apple 'Golden Delicious'

'Golden Delicious' Apple is a highly popular apple variety renowned for its sweet flavour, crisp texture, and versatility. The attractive golden...

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Grape 'Albany Surprise'

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Why Choose Climbing Fruit Plants?

Climbing fruit plants are perfect for gardeners seeking an attractive yet practical addition to their outdoor space. Their vertical growth habit means they take up less ground area, making them ideal for courtyards, balconies, or urban gardens. The dense foliage helps shade walls and pergolas in summer, and many types produce fragrant flowers before rewarding you with fruit. By adding climbers, you’re also creating habitats for beneficial insects and birds.

Popular Climbing Fruit Plants for New Zealand Gardens

Some of the most popular climbing fruit plants in New Zealand include passionfruit, grapes, and dragon fruit. The ever-popular Passiflora edulis, known as passionfruit, is a vigorous climber that rewards with sweet, aromatic fruit during late summer. Another excellent choice is Grape 'Kyoho', prized for its large, juicy berries and stunning autumn foliage. If you’re looking for something a bit different, the exotic Selenicereus undatus, or dragon fruit, is an intriguing climbing cactus with strikingly beautiful fruit.

Growing Tips for Climbing Fruit Plants

To get the best from your climbing fruit plants, choose a sunny, well-drained location and provide sturdy support such as a trellis or wires. Regular feeding and watering during the growing season encourage strong, healthy vines. Prune annually to keep growth manageable and to stimulate productive new shoots. Mulching at the base helps retain moisture and protect roots.

Companion Plants and Creative Combinations

Climbing fruit plants pair beautifully with other vertical growers and flowering vines. While not a fruit plant, the Rosa 'Iceberg' Climbing rose adds a romantic, floral touch to the edible garden. For sheltered, frost-free spots, try incorporating Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant) indoors or in a conservatory setting for lush, tropical foliage.

Harvest and Enjoy

With proper care, climbing fruit plants will reward you season after season. Enjoy fresh passionfruit desserts, grape platters, or even homemade jams and juices from your own garden. Their presence will add beauty, biodiversity, and fresh flavour to your outdoor space all year round.

If you’re ready to get started, explore our range of climbing fruit plants and find the perfect varieties for your garden today.

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