In its native Mexico, the cup-and-saucer vine (Cobaea scandens), also known as cathedral bells or Mexican ivy, is a perennial. Here, the climbing plant is usually cultivated as an annual. Its ...

Flying flowers is how some define butterflies — and rightfully so. Flashing a rainbow of color, as they hungrily hover around and insert their proboscis into their pollen, butterflies present an ...

Are you interested in adding vertical interest and vibrant colors to your garden without a lot of hassle? Flowering vines are the perfect solution! These versatile plants not only beautify fences, ...

Are you tired of staring at blank walls, bare arches, and unsightly fences that add nothing to your landscape? Well, it's time to get some climbing plants. These natural climbers have evolved unique ...

Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, permaculture, and sustainable living. She has also written a number of books and e-books on gardens and gardening. Haley ...

Climbing vines make for a bold statement, but creating and caring for free-flowing foliage is easier than you think. Popular growing vines like golden pothos, aka “the devil’s ivy” and heartleaf ...

Climbers and vines are incredibly versatile and useful plants. They're practical and beautiful additions to any landscape. For instance, if you can't grow trees for a natural privacy screen in your ...

Planting a vine to crawl up your facade, fence, pergola or archway is an easy way add color, privacy, texture, interest and even shade in your garden or yard. There are countless species and varieties ...

Attract hummingbirds to your garden by planting their favorite nectar-rich flowering vines. Grow these vines for hummingbirds ...

Vines climbing the side of a house can look totally charming; something about them implies there is a roaring fire inside that house and a plentiful supply of tea and biscuits. They’re also a way of ...