Vines

Climbing vines are plants with twisting or twining stems that trail along the ground or climb vertically with support (like trellises). They're popular in gardens for adding vertical interest, screening unsightly structures, and creating lush, colorful walls.

Support wall-climbing vines by providing them with structures like trellises, arbors, or pergolas. Secure the vines to the support using ties or twine, to help them climb and flourish.

Common outdoor vines are clematis, jasmine, honeysuckle, and wisteria. They offer beautiful flowers, and many have pleasant fragrances. At Annie’s, we offer a variety of unusual types of vines. Check out our collections of thunbergia, climbing rose, lathyrus (sweet peas), asarina, clematis, passiflora, and convolvulus sabatius (ground morning glory).

Train a climbing vine by gently guiding its stems towards the desired area. Use ties or twine to secure them to the support structure and encourage upward growth.

Yes, fast-growing climbing vines like morning glories, bougainvillea, and climbing roses. These fast-growing vines can quickly cover spaces with vibrant foliage and blooms.

Not all vines require the same care. Make sure to check the instructions for your particular vine before pruning. You can selectively prune climbing vines to control their growth, remove dead or damaged stems, and promote air circulation. This will also maintain their shape and health.

Yes, flowering climbing vines provide an important source of nectar for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, among others. They also provide a sheltering habitat for useful wildlife.

Generally, common low-maintenance climbing vines like Virginia creeper, climbing hydrangea, and English ivy are great for beginners. At Annie’s Annuals & Perennials, we recommend sweet peas (Lathyrus) and climbing roses like Rosa ‘Phyllis Bide for beginners because they grow quickly and produce many blooms.

Control aggressive climbing vines by regular pruning, thinning out dense growth, and using root barriers to limit their spread.

Yes, you can use many climbing vines to create natural privacy screens in your garden by training them to grow up a trellis or fence.

1. Climbing Roses (Rosa spp.) produce long, flexible canes that can climb structures. Many are fragrant and all produce showy, colorful flowers.

2. Clematis (Clematis spp.) are known for their diverse and colorful flowers. Clematis vines are versatile climbers that can adorn trellises, fences, or arbors.

3. Wisteria (Wisteria spp.) is a vigorous vine, popular for its cascading clusters of fragrant, pea-like flowers. You can use it to create stunning pergolas or archways.

4. Honeysuckle vines (Lonicera spp.) are known for their sweetly scented flowers. They can grow as ground covers or be trained to climb structures.

5. Jasmine (Jasminum spp.) produces fragrant white, pink or yellow flowers that are popular for their aromatic qualities. They are excellent vines for fences.

6. English Ivy (Hedera spp.) is a classic evergreen vine often used as a climbing accent in gardens. It can also grow along the ground.

7. Morning Glory (Ipomoea spp.) is popular for its vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers. Morning glories are fast-growing vines that add a burst of color. They are annual in areas that get below 45 degrees Fahrenheit but are perennial in warmer zones.

8. Passionflowers (Passiflora spp.) are exotic vines that produce intricate, showy flowers and are well-loved for their unique appearance.

9. Grapes (Vitis vinifera) are famous not only for their fruit but also for their ornamental value. They commonly grow on trellises in vineyards or gardens.

10. Hops (Humulus lupulus) are best known for their use in brewing, but they also make attractive ornamental climbers.

11. Kiwi (Actinidia spp.), particularly the hardy kiwi (Actinidia arguta), are grown for their delicious fruit and lush foliage.

12. Trumpet Vine (Campsis spp.) is popular for its large trumpet-shaped flowers. They also attract hummingbirds and other pollinators.

13. Black-eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia alata) features cheerful orange or yellow flowers. It can be a great addition to trellises or hanging baskets.

14. Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum asiaticum) is a fragrant evergreen vine with star-shaped white flowers. It can be used as a ground cover or for height on climbing structures.

15. Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a deciduous vine famous for its vibrant red fall foliage. And you can use them for ground cover or climbing walls.

16. Bougainvillea (Bougainvillea spp.) are vibrant, tropical vines that produce colorful bracts and are commonly used for arbors, trellises, or in containers.

17. Chocolate Vine (Akebia quinata) is famous for its chocolate-scented flowers. This deciduous vine is popular for its unique fragrance and rapid growth.

18. Cup and Saucer Vine (Cobaea scandens) is a fast-growing annual vine with large bell-shaped flowers.