Climbing Plants

Climbing Plants FAQs

Take a look at some of the frequently asked questions we receive from those looking to buy Climbing Plants in the UK. You can contact our Customer Service Team or browse our general FAQs for further advice.

When to plant Climbing Plants

Climbing plants can be planted in spring or autumn when the soil is moist and temperatures are moderate. This helps them establish roots before the onset of summer heat or winter cold.

How to Plant Climbing Plants

To plant climbing plants, choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-drained soil. Install support structures like trellises or arbors before planting. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the root collar is level with the soil surface. Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds.

How long do Climbing Plants take to grow

The growth rate of climbing plants varies by species. Some climbers can grow several feet in a single season, while others take longer to establish. Providing proper support, regular watering, and feeding will promote healthy and vigorous growth.

Why Grow Climbing Plants?

Climbing plants add vertical interest and can transform walls, fences, and arbors with their lush foliage and blooms. They are versatile, low-maintenance, and can provide privacy, shade, and habitat for wildlife. Climbers also offer a beautiful way to utilise vertical space in small gardens.

Where can you grow Climbing Plants?

Climbing plants thrive in sunny to partially shaded locations with well-drained soil. They can be grown against walls, fences, trellises, arbors, and pergolas. Climbers are ideal for adding height and structure to gardens, creating privacy screens, and covering unsightly structures.

Why Buy Climbing Plants from Marshalls?

• Our customers are supported by a team of experts dedicated to providing valuable advice. You can also use our growing guides, backed by 70 years of experience, to get the best results from your Climbing Plants and other plants.
• You can contact us six days a week – including bank holidays – to discuss our products and services or to chat about all things gardening.
• We pride ourselves on offering fast delivery on all orders, with any 'in stock' plants and seeds sent out within three working days. We're green-fingered in more ways than one, too, thanks to our fully recyclable packaging.
• We won second place at the 2022 Great British Growing Awards for Best Online Retailer.
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