Climbers and Vines - Just Arrived
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Pruning a climber or vine in the early stages of its growth is important. As you nip out the growing tips, you encourage the plant to branch out, resulting in many stems that can be trained up the suport. As the climber matures, encourage prolific flowering by pruning, but be aware of the different flowering habits of different plants: some flower on old wood – last season’s growth, and some on new wood – the present season’s growth, so check before you prune. A very important element with regard to pruning is to ensure that you do not cut through a major stem as this will cause a whole section of the plant to die off.
Because a climber is likely to be a permanent fixture in the garden, it is wise to prepare the soil well before planting. Check that the soil is not filled with builder’s rubble as this is often the case next to walls. Include large quantities of organic compost and check that the drainage is good. You are only limited by your imagination. Some climbers such as Trachelospermum jasminoides (AKA Star Jasmine) and Ficus pumila can be used as either a ground cover or small climber depending on how you train the plant initially. Both of these climbers are evergreen. Of equal importance are deciduous climbers such as Clematis and Wisteria which flower in early spring and offer masses of delicate blooms as well as fragrance.
Have a browse through our range of climbers and we are sure you will find a plant that you can easily look up.
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This gorgeous climber from South America will really brighten up a blank wall or trellis in your garden. Deep green foliage and vibrant magenta purple flower bracts show throughout summer - in warmer areas it will flower longer, adding some real drama to any planting scheme.
Protect from harsh frost.
Habit: Climbing
Leaves: Semi-Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Climbing 450-600cm
Bougainvillea magnifica Traillii
Current Stock Height: 90/110 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$39.99
Bougainvillea magnifica Traillii
Expected Stock Height: 25/35 cm ?
New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.
aka Bougainvillea
If you have a very warm sheltered spot then this is the climber for you. Deep green foliage and bright crimson red flower bracts make a stunning display from summer to autumn. Must have well drained soil and protection from frost. Evergreen.
As Bouganvillea come from South America warmth is more important to the plant than lots of fertilizer. Choose a spot where the soil is well drained and therefore does not get too cold and claggy in winter.
Habit: Climbing
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 4.5m x 3.5m
Bougainvillea Scarlett O Hara
Expected Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
New stock expected Spring, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price $34.99. Payment on order.
Bougainvillea Scarlet O Hara
Expected Stock Height: 90/110 cm ?
Currently sold out. Add to your waitlist to be advised when next in stock.
Bougainvillea Scarlett O Hara
New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka Trumpet Vine
Trumpet Vine. A fast growing and vigorous climber that supports itself with aerial roots. The showy trumpet flowers are a rich salmon red colour and appear from summer to autumn. Green foliage. Needs a warm sheltered spot to really shine. Deciduous.
Habit: Climbing
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 8m x 4m
Campsis Madame Galen
Current Stock Height: 60/80 cm ?
Container: 6l ?
$49.99
aka New Zealand Clematis
Clematis. One of the loveliest NZ Native plants, suitable for trellises, walls or rambling joyfully through trees. Festoons of large, starry, pure white blooms with golden anthers appear in spring, followed by silken seed heads. Keep roots cool with a nice layer of mulch. Evergreen.
Growing Clematis
Habit: Climbing
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Climbing
Clematis Paniculata
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$54.99
Dark green fern like leaves and oh so pretty single white flowers that appear in abundance in the spring make this little Sweet Hart a must have. Its naturally scrambling habit make it perfect for draping over banks and walls and it looks great in a hanging basket. Evergreen.
As with all Clematis 'Sweet Hart' prefers to have a cool root run so it is important to keep the base of the plant well mulched.
It will perform its best in a sheltered position.
Growing Clematis
Habit: Spreading
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Climbing
Clematis Sweet Hart
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$39.99
aka Creeping Fig
A useful plant for covering up anything ugly or unsightly - in the garden that is. Self clinging aerial roots clamber along walls, up fences, water tanks etc. Small juvenile foliage is an attractive bronze green. Grow in sun/part shade and needs protection from harsh frost. Evergreen.
This is a plant that I am never without in the garden. I prefer the small mature leaves and usually trim off the more mature rangy growth. Creeping Fig does not like harsh frost and will show signs of some stress in very cold winters but usually recovers well.
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): Climbing
Ficus Pumila
Current Stock Height: 5/10 cm ?
Container: 1l ?
$19.99
Ficus Pumila
Expected Stock Height: 30/40 cm ?
New stock expected Autumn, 2026. Waitlist now. Estimated price TBA. Payment on order.
aka NZ Jasmine Kaihua
Evergreen native climber with fragrant creamy white flower. Found in wet lowland forests so tolerant of damp conditions. Flowers profusely from spring to autumn. Vigorous climber which needs support.
Habit: Climbing
Leaves: Evergreen, Green
Mature Size (HxW): 5m x 2m
Parsonsia Heterophylla
Current Stock Height: 40/50 cm ?
Container: 3.5l ?
$29.99
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