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fast climbing plants

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.

Phaseolus caracalla

Phaseolus caracalla (Snail Vine) is a remarkable evergreen climber admired for its fragrant spiral shaped flowers that resemble colourful snail shells. Flowering through the warmer months, it brings a tropical look and delightful fragrance to New Zealand gardens.

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From $30.29

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Climbers

Height: 3.00 m

Spread: 3.00 m

Flowering time: Summer, Autumn

Garden uses: Arches, Living areas

Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern, Tropical

Solanum jasminoides 'Grandiflora' (Potato Vine)

Solanum jasminoides 'Grandiflora' is a vigorous evergreen climber renowned for its larger than usual clusters of star shaped white flowers and extended flowering season. The abundant blooms are carried against lush green foliage, creating a spectacular display from spring through autumn.

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From $24.95

Suited to regions: Subtropical, Temperate

Plant type: Climbers

Height: 6.00 m

Spread: 6.00 m

Flowering time: Spring, Autumn, Winter

Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy

Garden uses: Arches, Living areas, Pool areas, Screening

Garden styles: Backyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Tropical, White

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.

Mandevilla 'Red Riding Hood': Known for its rapid growth and striking red trumpet-shaped flowers, this Mandevilla thrives in warm, frost-free locations and flowers all summer long. Its twining stems can swiftly scale trellises and pergolas, making it an excellent choice for quick floral displays.
Pyrostegia venusta: Sometimes called the Flame Vine, this spectacular climber bursts into a blaze of orange flowers in late summer and autumn. Its dense, evergreen growth provides effective screening and erosion control, and it's renowned for its vigorous, unstoppable habit.
Asarina scandens (Climbing Snapdragon): A softer, herbaceous option, Climbing Snapdragon produces delicate, snapdragon-like blooms in shades of purple, pink, or white through the warmer months. It’s perfect for quickly covering smaller trellises, arbors, or even for tumbling from hanging baskets.
Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig): Ideal for walls and fences, this tenacious evergreen will cling and spread rapidly once established, creating a lush, green living wall effect. Ficus pumila is valued for its small, attractive leaves and year-round growth.
Rhaphidophora decursiva: For indoor or subtropical gardens, this unusual climber offers dramatic, deeply lobed leaves and vigorous vertical growth up to several metres. It’s excellent for bringing jungle vibes indoors, or climbing in sheltered outdoor 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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fast climbing plants

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