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A climbing plant is the perfect way to take your garden to new heightsliterally.
These plants are known for their height and, with a little support,create gorgeous vertical blooms.
Here are some of the best climbing plants for a trellis, pergola, or fence.
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When in full sun andproperly supported by a trellisor pergola, Bougainvillea can grow up to 40 feet tall.
This climbing plant is long and slender, snaking up trellises and winding around pergolas.
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Its also fast-growing and can sprout 40 feet in just one growing season.
The vine is dotted with star-shaped red flowers against fern-like leaves to add a unique look to your landscape.
The 4-inch blooms are layered with dozens of petals and a deep, velvety red.
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With its backdrop of deep green leaves, this climbing plant is striking wherever its planted.
Big, hot pink blooms are its centerpiece.
Mandevilla
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The Mandevilla genus encompasses a wide variety of flowering vines.
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It grows vigorously and is the climber version of a Bourbon rose.
But dont let the pea in their name fool youthese plants are toxic if consumed byhumansor pets.
Also known as Italian jasmine, the climbers sunshine-yellow flowers stand boldly against its green leaves.
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“One plant to almost always avoid is Morning Glory,” McCary says.
Be Aware of Toxicity
Some climbers are toxic to consume.
Do your research beforehand before planting anytoxic plants in your garden.
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