tall climbing plants
If you're searching for tall climbing plants to bring vertical interest and lush greenery to your New Zealand garden, you've come to the right place. Tall climbing plants add dramatic height, soften fences and walls, and create a living screen for privacy or shelter. Whether you’re seeking evergreen foliage, fragrant blooms, or fast-growing species, these versatile climbers are an excellent way to maximise your space and enliven your outdoor areas. Gardeners across New Zealand favour tall climbing plants for their ability to cover unsightly structures, establish green boundaries, or simply bring beauty and birds to the garden.
Hydrangea petiolaris
Hydrangea petiolaris is a climbing hydrangea that grows as a vigorous, self-clinging deciduous climber that produces flat white lacecap blooms in early summer. Its heart-shaped leaves create a lush green covering for walls, fences, and pergolas, especially in shaded or semi-shaded areas. Slow to establish but long-lived, this climber thrives in moist, well-drained soil and performs reliably across New Zealand’s diverse climates. Hydrangea petiolaris brings elegance, structure, and seasonal interest to vertical garden spaces.
From $40.43
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 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.
From $52.58
