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Fast climbing plants are the ultimate solution for anyone looking to cover fences, trellises, pergolas, or bare walls quickly and attractively. Whether you're after vibrant flowers, lush foliage, or year-round green screening, there's a climbing plant to suit nearly every spot in the garden. These vigorous growers are perfect for creating privacy, softening unforgiving structures, or simply adding vertical interest to your landscape. New Zealand gardeners love fast climbing plants for their ability to transform a space almost overnight, making them a must-have for both novice enthusiasts and seasoned green thumbs.

Dolichandra unguis cati climbing vine with green foliage and yellow flowers.

Dolichandra unguis-cati (Cat's Claw Creeper)

Dolichandra unguis-cati is a vigorous evergreen climber known for its bright yellow trumpet flowers and fast growing nature. It creates a bold display in New Zealand gardens and quickly covers structures. This hardy plant is ideal for fences, walls, and pergolas. Its rapid growth and dense foliage make it a popular choice for screening and adding vertical interest.

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 5.00 m
Spread: 5.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical
Philodendron scandens plant growing on a shelf with trailling stems.

Philodendron scandens

Philodendron scandens, commonly known as Heart Leaf Philodendron, is a popular indoor vine with glossy, heart shaped leaves that emerge bronze and mature to deep green. It grows quickly and can trail from hanging baskets or climb a support, making it ideal for adding lush greenery to homes across New Zealand. Easy to care for, it thrives in bright, indirect light with moderate humidity and free draining soil. Its elegant foliage and forgiving nature suit beginners and collectors alike.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 15 cm
Spread: 60 cm
Garden uses: Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Patios
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical
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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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Parthenocissus tricuspidata 'Veitchii'

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Bougainvillea 'Purple Patch' purple-pink flowers and variegated foliage.
Bougainvillea 'Purple Patch'

Bougainvillea ‘Purple Patch’ is a dazzling climbing plant that delivers an abundance of rich purple bracts through the warmer months. Perfect for...

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Monstera 'Monkey Mask'

Monstera 'Monkey Mask' is a very popular indoor plant due to its striking foliage. It produces dark green, heart-shaped leaves with distinct holes...

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Grape 'Albany Surprise'

Grape 'Albany Surprise' is a reliable grape variety known for its sweet, flavoursome fruit and strong growth in NZ gardens. This vigorous vine...

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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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Sansevieria Hahnii (Bird's Nest Snake Plant)

Sansevieria Hahnii, commonly known as the Dwarf Snake Plant or Serpent Plant, is a very popular indoor plant. It features upright and fleshy leaves...

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Rose Albertine

Rose Albertine is a climbing rose featuring very showy, salmon-pink flowers. The highly fragrant blooms emerge in spring and continue until autumn...

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Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

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Chlorophytum comosum variegatum (Spider Plant)

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Monstera deliciosa (Swiss Cheese Plant)

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Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant)

Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant) is a popular evergreen plant valued for its soft silver foliage and trailing growth habit. The attractive...

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Chlorophytum Curly (Curly Spider Plant)

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Carex 'Everlime' (Lime Grass Plant)

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Dolichandra unguis-cati (Cat's Claw Creeper)

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Top Choices for Fast Climbing Plants in New Zealand

If you're seeking truly fast coverage, some climbers are better suited to the task than others. These standout varieties not only establish rapidly but also bring colour, texture, and beauty to even the most challenging spots.

Where to Plant Fast Climbing Plants

Fast climbing plants are extremely versatile. Create a leafy privacy screen on a deck or balcony, hide an unsightly fence, or add flowering highlights to your garden pergola. Many will thrive in containers or grow happily in the ground, provided they have something to cling or twine around. Just be sure to choose a plant suited to your sun, shade, or wind conditions—while some, like Pyrostegia venusta, love full sun, others such as Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig) can tolerate shade.

Caring for Fast Climbing Plants

Regular watering and feeding will encourage the best growth from your climbers, especially during the peak growing months. Train young plants onto support structures and prune as needed to direct growth and maintain shape. Most fast climbing plants quickly recover from pruning, so don't be afraid to keep them in check.

With the right fast climbing plants, you can transform your garden in just a season or two. Explore our range for a selection that suits your style and grow a living feature you'll enjoy for years to come.


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