climbing plants new zealand
If you’re seeking climbing plants New Zealand wide, you’re in the right place. Climbing plants are a versatile addition to gardens, courtyards, and even indoor spaces, offering lush greenery, beautiful blooms, and privacy. Whether you want to create an attractive garden screen, soften a fence line, or decorate a pergola with fragrant flowers, there’s a climbing plant perfectly suited to our uniquely temperate New Zealand climate. In this guide, you’ll discover top climbing plant choices, tips for growing them successfully, and how to choose the best climber for your garden.
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
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 plant matures. This fast growing plant adds a lush, jungle like feel to indoor spaces and sheltered NZ gardens. Ideal for climbing supports or large containers, it offers bold foliage and strong visual impact.
From $52.58
