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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Thomas Rutter

Easiest climbers to grow – 5 fool-proof vines to quickly and effectively cover bare walls this year

Chilean potato vine with yellow and purple blooms.

Climbers can transform any garden, whatever the size. Whether you have a small urban balcony or large rural plot, using one or two of the easiest climbers that are fast-growing and resilient will help to maximize greenery and create a lush (and living) backdrop.

As a former professional gardener, I have planted and maintained many different climbing plants and understand the value they bring to any garden. Whether you enjoy the fragrance of star jasmine or the colorful canopy of Virginia creeper, not only can climbers soften hard landscaping, they add visual interest to outside spaces. And, let's face it, no one wants to see bare walls and empty fences when they look out of the window.

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