High and mighty

Climbers will give you structure, scent and colour

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Climbing plants are so useful in the garden.

They make the most of vertical space, bringing structure, colour, and scent to fences, pergolas and more. Whether you want to brighten a blank wall or add privacy, there's a variety to suit every setting.

Covering walls and fences

For vertical surfaces, twining plants like Lonicera periclymenum 'Rhubarb and Custard' are ideal. This honeysuckle offers vibrant flowers, sweet scent and great wildlife value. Train it onto wires or trellis, and it will reward you through summer with colour and fragrance.

For something evergreen, Garrya elliptica 'James Roof' is a standout. This shrub produces long, silvery catkins in winter and can be gently tied to a wall for a structural, all-season display.