Climbers
Get expert advice on growing and caring for climbers with the team at Homes & Gardens.
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Easiest climbers to grow – 5 fool-proof vines to quickly and effectively cover bare walls this year
In no time at all, these climbers will fill your fences, walls and garden structures with foliage and flowers
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Invasive climbers never to grow – 5 vines to avoid and what you should grow instead
Many invasive climbers can quickly cover garden walls and fences, out-competing other vines
By Thomas Rutter Published
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What to do with wisteria in the fall – to ensure your climbers bloom better than ever next year
Everything you need to know about caring for wisteria plants in the fall to prepare for the colder months
By Thomas Rutter Published
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What to do with bougainvillea in the fall – expert tips to prepare your flowering climbers for the colder months
Our seasonal guide has all the information you need to know to best care for these tropical climbing plants in October and November
By Thomas Rutter Published
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When and how to prune passion flowers – for healthy climbing plants with plenty of brilliant blooms next year
Pruning at the right time will ensure your flowering climber thrives
By Thomas Rutter Published
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These fast-growing climbers will transform your pergola into a romantic, botanical wonderland
Seek out bright, scented climbing plants to give your outdoor shaded space a show of color all year round
By Alison Jones Published
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How to grow passion flowers – for a spectacular and other-worldly flowering climber
Learn how to grow passion flowers this year and enjoy dazzling blooms every summer
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Is it necessary to fertilize wisteria? Feeding these resilient and vigorous climbers can often do more harm than good
Knowing when, and when not, to fertilize wisteria is a crucial part of caring for this fragrant climber
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to get rid of ivy on a fence – experts share 3 steps to remove this persistent climber for good
Ivy can soon grow out of control if you don't take action to contain it
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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These are the secrets to jasmine success – experts reveal 3 tips for your fragrant climbers
Keep your jasmine plants happy by following these expert-approved steps
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow and care for star jasmine – 5 expert tips to keep this fragrant climber blooming for longer
Follow these simple care tips and you'll be rewarded with a dazzling display of sweetly scented flowers all summer
By Tenielle Jordison Published
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Why does my clematis plant have yellow and brown leaves? Expert advice for healthier climbers
Discover the likely causes and learn how to treat yellowing or browning clematis foliage
By Thomas Rutter Published
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7 plants to prune in June – trimming these trees, shrubs and climbers this month will ensure your plants thrive
As the growing season progresses, it is time to sharpen your shears and get cutting
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Discover how to revive woody clematis plants – professional gardeners offer expert advice to save your mature flowering climbers
With the right pruning and care, gardeners can revive woody clematis plants, and keep them blooming for many more years
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow jasmine in pots – the fragrant flowering climber that every space needs
Cover garden walls, trellises and structures with perfumed flowers this year by growing jasmine in pots
By Thomas Rutter Published
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Plants for privacy on a balcony – grasses, shrubs and climbers to create an urban oasis
Discover the best plants for privacy on a balcony to create a green and secluded haven on your balcony
By Thomas Rutter Published
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When and how to prune a trumpet vine – to keep these vigorous climbers under control
Annually pruning established trumpet vines need not be intimidating, thanks to our expert trimming tips
By Drew Swainston Published
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Winter climber ideas – discover the best plants to add interest in your yard
Many climbing and vining plants can add impact and color to garden walls and structures at this darker time of the year
By Thomas Rutter Published
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When to prune wisteria? Tips to get the timing right for the look and health of this climber
Discover why and when to trim a wisteria each year - and add the task to your gardening diary
By Drew Swainston Published
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How to prune star jasmine – and keep this vigorous climber under control
Discover when and how to prune star jasmine by following our simple pruning guide
By Thomas Rutter Published
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How to grow wisteria – where to plant this flowering climber
Learn how to grow wisteria and when and where to plant it to enjoy the wonderful spring and summer blooms of this flowering climber year after year
By Lucy Searle Published
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Best flowering climbers – 10 top blooms for pergolas, arches and trellis
Flowering climbers will soften your backyard's hard landscaping, dressing it with color and even filling your garden with scent and wildlife
By Lucy Searle Published
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Best climbing plants – 10 best climbers for your back yard
Fit more color into the garden by sending plants sky high. These are the 10 best climbing plants to cover walls, fences, and archways with beautiful foliage and flowers
By Lucy Searle Published
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How to grow jasmine – the most fragrant of climbers
Find out how to grow sweet-scented summer jasmine and plan ahead for winter jasmine
By Karen Darlow Published