Ivy, bougainvillea, jasmine, wisteria and honeysuckle. They are climbing plants to grow on the ground but also on the balcony of the house.
Climbing plants are the ideal option to dress a wall on the balcony or terrace of the house in green. But that is not all. By choosing to grow a vine on a trellis, for example, you can get a practical windbreak, very pleasing to the eye. Among the climbing plants to be placed on the balcony there is only the shame of choosing: I propose some that are easy to grow and have an excellent yield.
Which climbing plants to choose
Here is a short list of the most popular climbing plants:
- Ivy
- false jasmine
- Wisteria
- Buganvilla
- Honeysuckle
Climbers for growing in pots
Surely one of the plants that you can grow in pots on your balcony is ivy. A plant with beautiful leaves and very resistant branches. It grows luxuriantly even in the shade and guarantees good coverage of the wall where it is grown. Ivy , however, refers to a bright position, not directly exposed to the sun. In summer you have to wet it abundantly, at least once or twice a week, while in winter only a little water every 15 days.
Ivy is multiplied by cuttings: for this operation, the branches must be taken in the months of July, August or autumn.
Another potted plant is honeysuckle . It is a very robust climber that has the peculiarity of twisting on the support that supports it. The emerald green leaves and very fragrant flowers make this plant a real decoration for a terrace or balcony.
If you buy the plant in a nursery, remember to plant it in a larger pot only from September to May, and especially away from other plants that the honeysuckle would tend to suffocate given its burst (it even reaches 4-5 meters in height in just one year).
Climbing plants that grow faster
The Rhynchosperm or “ false jasmine ” is the one that grows the fastest and differs from the real one because it is much more resistant to cold. Its flowers are white and fragrant and the foliage is a beautiful dark green, evergreen even in winter. Extremely easy to grow, not only because it withstands intense cold as well as sweltering heat, but also because it keeps well even in pots. As it grows, its branches should be guided in the desired direction: it does not require too much water, in summer it is enough to water every 3-5 days or as soon as the soil appears dry. Younger plants should be fertilized every 15 days in the period from April to September.
A climbing plant native to Latin America, bougainvillea is very vigorous and also grows quickly, developing a veritable cascade of brightly colored branches, leaves and flowers. A sunny position is the best solution for this plant, otherwise, by placing it in the shade, you risk not seeing it flower. Bougainvillea fears the cold and winter frosts, for this reason it must be protected with the arrival of winter.
How to grow climbing plants.
An example of a perfect climbing plant for you to better understand how to grow this type of plant is Wisteria. Wisteria can also be planted in a pot, although the diameter must be very large.
It is one of the most beautiful climbing plants in history. Its purple, lilac and pink flowers are united in clusters and are very fragrant. Wisteria prefers a sunny area, if it is placed in the shade it will not die, but its flowering will be somewhat penalized. Easy to grow, it requires some attention, especially after the sowing phase, usually carried out in autumn or winter. You need to get a deep pot of at least 60cm; When the plant has occupied almost the entire pot with its roots, you will have to remove a third of the roots and prune the plant, always making sure that it does not lack the necessary structure to be fed. At this point, add more universal soil and repot by tying the wisteria to a support.
What supports to use
The most commonly used supports for climbing plants, whether sustainable or beautiful to look at, are wooden and bamboo canes. Wire can also be used. As a support you can also build a very simple trellis for climbing plants. Love and four bamboo poles will be enough
How to care for climbing plants.
Climbing plants should be watered especially in hot and dry seasons . The soil must be constantly checked for water shortage. Species grown in pots and evergreen species should be watered even during winter.