nz native climbing plants
Nz native climbing plants bring lush beauty and unique character to gardens throughout New Zealand. These special species are perfectly adapted to our environment, providing vibrant greenery, abundant blooms, and vital habitat for native birds. Whether you’re planning to cover a fence, soften a wall, or create a living pergola, nz native climbing plants are an excellent choice for gardeners seeking sustainable and eye-catching solutions. Explore some of New Zealand’s best native climbers, planting tips, and ways to weave their magic into your landscape.
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue)
Muehlenbeckia complexa (Pohuehue) is a vigorous, hardy NZ native climber or groundcover. It features wiry, twining stems and small, glossy green leaves that create dense coverage. Growing up to 4 m wide and 2 m high, it’s perfect for fences, banks, or walls. Pohuehue tolerates wind, salt spray, and dry conditions once established.
From $20.63
Muehlenbeckia axillaris (Creeping Wire Vine)
Muehlenbeckia axillaris, commonly known as Creeping Wire Vine, is a hardy New Zealand native groundcover with wiry stems and small, dark green leaves. It forms a dense, mat-like spread ideal for covering banks, rockeries, or underplanting.
