Five reasons to plant a climber
Want to get the absolute best from your garden? Then grow up!
1. Climbers are beautiful
With an incredible range of stunning flowers and attractive leaves, climbers have a charm all of their own. Whether you go for exotic beauties like the trumpet vine (Campsis), passion flowers, or reliable old favourites such as Virginia creeper which elegantly drapes its foliage about and turns lipstick-red in autumn, there’s a climber to suit every garden and every gardener’s taste.
Honeysuckle
Virginia creeper and roses
Passion flower
Some climbers have amazing fragrance as well and, planted near a path or patio, can be delightful when you're gardening or enjoying a stroll around it.
2. They make your garden bigger
Climbing roses make a colourful display
Foliage combinations give long-lasting interest
3. They're great for wildlife
Red admiral butterfly on ivy
4. They provide privacy
Grow your own screening
Some climbers use aerial roots to attach themselves to walls and fences
Climbers are useful for creating privacy and screening eyesores, such as hiding an ugly shed or outbuilding. Use a self-clinging climber like climbing hydrangea or trumpet vine (Campsis) for a super easy way to do this.
5. They're good for the environment
Climbers can fit easily into narrow borders
Climbers provide a number of 'ecosystem services' – improving the environment both for people and for wildlife. Their leaves help combat pollution and will insulate houses and sheds, helping them stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Even if you only have a very narrow bed next to the house, planting a climber can have a huge positive impact.
