evergreen climbing plants with flowers
Searching for evergreen climbing plants with flowers to brighten up your New Zealand garden year-round? You’re not alone. Gardeners across the country love adding vertical interest to fences, walls, trellises, and pergolas. The allure of climbing plants reaches new heights when foliage remains lush and glossy all year, paired with beautiful, fragrant blooms that attract pollinators and provide seasonal colour.
Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant)
Bergenia cordifolia is a hardy evergreen perennial admired for its large glossy leaves and clusters of pink flowers in late winter and spring. This dependable plant adds strong texture and structure to New Zealand gardens throughout the year. The bold foliage forms dense clumps that look attractive even when not in bloom. Bergenia cordifolia is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting a tough low maintenance perennial that delivers colour and reliable garden performance.
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Phaedranthus buccinatorius (Mexican Blood Flower)
Phaedranthus buccinatorius, commonly known as the Mexican Blood Flower, is a stunning tropical climber. It features showy and fragrant, trumpet shaped, yellow and red flowers from summer until early winter. These sit perfectly with the glossy, dark green foliage. It will grow vigorously to 5 m tall but can be trimmed as necessary. Phaedranthus buccinatorius is a popular choice for tropical plantings or using in areas where frost risk is low and the beauty of this plant can be enjoyed.
