self clinging climbing plants
If you're searching for a low-maintenance, visually stunning way to cover walls, fences, or unsightly spaces, self clinging climbing plants are a top choice for New Zealand gardens. Unlike twining or scrambling climbers, these plants have specialized roots or aerial stems that naturally attach themselves to surfaces, making them easy to grow and ideal for vertical gardening. Whether you want a lush, green backdrop or a flowering feature, self clinging climbing plants offer versatile solutions for shady corners, sunny fences, and even indoor areas.
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
Hedera helix 'Golden Ingot'
Hedera helix ‘Golden Ingot’ is a striking evergreen ivy admired for its bright golden-yellow foliage edged with soft green tones. This compact and hardy climber provides year-round colour and texture, perfect for brightening shaded or dull garden areas. It’s ideal for use as ground cover, a trailing plant, or for training on trellises and walls.
From $17.95
