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Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

Best climbers to grow in pots – 5 easy-to-grow vines that will transform small spaces with vibrant color

Pink bougainvillea in bloom in a garden.

Climbers can be transformative in a garden setting. Whether you have a small, shady balcony or a south-facing tiny terrace, some of the best climbers to grow in pots can be used to great effect, making the most of vertical surfaces and thereby creating a green, living backdrop.

As a former professional gardener, I have planted and maintained many different vines in pots. From large vases with old and gnarly wisterias to low terracotta pots with sweet peas, I have cared for too many to count. Climbing plants can, I think, elevate even the smallest of spaces, and container growing can even be the preferred method for some vigorous species that like to spread.

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