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fast growing evergreen climbing plants

Looking for fast growing evergreen climbing plants to quickly cover a fence, wall, or pergola in your New Zealand garden? Climbers offer an ideal solution, bringing lush greenery year-round while providing privacy and softening hardscape. The best fast growing evergreen climbing plants establish swiftly, thrive in a range of conditions, and stay green even in winter. Whether you need a curtain of foliage, a living privacy screen, or just a beautiful burst of vertical greenery, you’ll find evergreen climbers that make a dramatic statement with very little waiting.

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Rhaphidophora decursiva

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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.

Suited to regions: Subtropical
Plant type: Indoor Plants
Height: 40 cm
Spread: 70 cm
Tolerances: Shade
Garden uses: Arches, Borders, Containers, Living areas, Paths & Steps
Garden styles: Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Modern, Tropical, White
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
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Benefits of Fast Growing Evergreen Climbers

Fast growing evergreen climbing plants work wonders in gardens large and small. Because they remain leafy all year round, they’re perfect for disguising unsightly fences, covering bare walls, or framing entrances. Plus, evergreens reduce noise, create sheltered microclimates, and support local birdlife with dense foliage. Their rapid growth saves you years of waiting, so you can enjoy a leafy oasis sooner.

Top Choices for Fast Growing Evergreen Climbing Plants

One outstanding choice is Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig), a versatile evergreen climber that quickly cloaks walls and posts with small, lush green leaves. It’s well-suited for both sun and shade and clings easily to most surfaces. Whether you’re planting along fences, house walls, or in containers, Ficus pumila (Creeping Fig) delivers fast coverage and year-round appeal.

For indoor or conservatory spaces, Rhaphidophora decursiva brings the lush look of the tropics with dramatic evergreen foliage and vining growth. While not cold-hardy outdoors in southern regions, it makes a fantastic fast-growing indoor climber.

If you’re seeking a compact but statement indoor plant, consider adding Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant) to your collection. Though it isn’t a climber, its striking foliage and vigorous growth are perfect for adding evergreen colour indoors.

Don’t forget that supporting your climbers with the right underplanting can create a stunning effect. For example, Bergenia cordifolia (Pig Squeak Plant) provides bold, evergreen ground cover beneath climbing walls or trellises.

Planting and Care Tips for Evergreen Climbers

To get the best results from fast growing evergreen climbing plants, choose a spot that offers well-drained soil and adequate sun. Most climbers prefer a trellis or support structure to guide their growth. Water well during establishment, and feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage robust new shoots. Prune lightly to control direction and stimulate fresh growth. With proper care, these climbers can transform plain boundaries into vibrant green features in no time.

More Evergreen Options for your Garden

If you’re inspired to add evergreen structure elsewhere in your garden, Fraxinus griffithii (Evergreen Ash) is an excellent evergreen tree that also delivers rapid growth and year-round foliage.

Fast growing evergreen climbing plants are a smart and stylish way to inject instant impact, privacy, and beauty into your outdoor space. Explore our range to find the perfect climbers and complementary plants for your garden transformation.


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