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42 Most Popular Vines | Climbing Plants and Flower Creepers

 

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Climbing plants and flower creepers add beauty to any dull spot. They grow easily on fences, garden walls or wooden pergolas. These vine plants give a lush, natural look with a very little care. Some of them grow in bright sunlight while others prefer shady corners. Creepers are easy to maintain. Flower vines attract bees, butterflies and other pollinators. They can turn open spaces into peaceful and private garden corners. In this blog, explore the best vine plants for your garden or balcony. Learn easy ways to maintain and grow these green climbers. 

Top 42 Vines and Flower Creepers for Outdoor and Indoor Spaces


1. Clematis Creeper 

star-shaped purple Clematis flowering vine

Clematis is a popular flowering vine that is loved for its vibrant flowers. It grows well on trellises and fences. This plant adds bright color and soft texture to any space. Clematis blooms in many shapes and shades. It needs support to climb but is easy to train. It flowers from spring to fall. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade, well-drained soil
Height and Spread: Grows 6 to 12 feet tall, spreads 3 to 5 feet
Flower: Flowers are purple, pink and white

2. Honeysuckle Vine

Honeysuckle vine with white and pink flowers

Honeysuckle is a fast-growing climber and is loved for its sweet-smelling flowers. It adds beauty to fences and walls. These low maintenance flower creepers attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. The flowers have unique clusters. It grows well in many soil types. This vine is perfect for creating a natural, floral background in any space.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: Grows up to 15–20 feet tall
Flower: Flowers are pink, yellow and white

3. Morning Glory 

purple morning glory or ipomoea flower creeper

Morning Glory vine is popular for its bright flowers. The flowers bloom early in the morning and close by afternoon. This climber plant can be easily grown from seeds. This fast-growing vine has heart-shaped leaves and trumpet-shaped flowers. It is a perfect choice for sunny spots in your home.

Sun Requirements: Full sunlight
Height and Spread: Grows up to 10 feet
Flower: Purple, pink and blue flowers

4. Wisteria 

wisteria vine with purple hanging flowers

Wisteria vines produce hanging flower clusters. It gives a soft, romantic look to arches. These flower creepers bloom in spring and fill the air with fragrance. It climbs by twisting and needs strong support to grow well. 

Sun Requirements: Full sunlight
Height and Spread: up to 30 feet tall
Flower: Purple, blue, or white flowers

5. Bougainvillea Creeper 

Bougainvillea climber with pink paper flowers

Bougainvillea is a common flowering creeper for warm climates. It needs dry soil and less water. It adds tropical beauty to gardens. This plant blooms almost year-round in sunny spots. The flowers are vibrant, paper-like bracts. Bougainvillea needs pruning to manage its growth.

Sun Requirements: Full sunlight
Height and Spread: 20-30 feet tall, wide spread.
Flower: Pink, purple, orange, red, white bracts 

6. Butterfly Vine (Mascagnia Macroptera)

Butterfly Vine (Mascagnia Macroptera) with yellow flowers

Butterfly Vine is a cheerful climber with unique pods. It gets its name from winged seed pods shaped like butterflies. This plant adds vibrant color and attracts bees and butterflies. It needs little care and enjoys warm, sunny areas. Butterfly Vine looks perfect on trellises and fences.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall, medium spread.
Flower: Yellow flowers with tan seed pods.

7. Snail Vine (Cochliasanthus Caracalla)

Snail Vine (Cochliasanthus Caracalla) with purple flowers

Snail Vine is a tropical creeper. These spiral-shaped flowers look like curled shells. It grows quickly and covers railings or arbors. Snail Vine needs regular watering and prefers warm spots. Its exotic look and strong sweet fragrance makes it a favorite in flower gardens.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 15-20 feet tall, medium spread.
Flower: Purple or white flowers

8. Climbing Carolina Aster (Ampelaster Carolinianus)

Climbing Carolina Aster (Ampelaster Carolinianus) with purple flowers

Climbing Carolina Aster is a beautiful native vine. The blooming season starts from late summer to early fall. The flowers attract butterflies. It is a great choice for adding seasonal color to your home. This plant prefers open areas with good airflow. It looks nice in cottage-style or natural gardens. These creepers grow upward with support and looks graceful.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 8-10 feet tall, 4-5 feet wide
Flower: Purple flowers

9. Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia Macrophylla)

Dutchman’s Pipe with large heart-shaped leaves and brown flower

Dutchman’s Pipe has large heart-shaped leaves and unique flowers. The flowers look like curved pipes. It offers good shade due to thick leaf cover. The vine is useful for adding privacy to a spot. It grows well with consistent water and good soil. This plant can make garden corners look cozy and green.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 15 to 30 feet tall, 10-12 feet wide
Flower: Brown-purple flowers

10. Climbing Roses 

Climbing rose plant with pink flowers

Climbing rose plants bring charm and color to any space. They produce large, fragrant flowers in many colors. The flowers appear throughout the warm seasons. They need support to grow upward. Regular pruning helps the flowering vine stay in shape. These roses need space and air for best flowering.

Sun Requirements: full sun
Height and Spread: 10-20 feet tall, 4-6 feet wide
Flower: red, pink, white, yellow, orange flowers

11. Rocktrumpet (Mandevilla)

Rocktrumpet or mandevilla vine with its pink, trumpet-shaped flowers

Rocktrumpet is known for its bold, trumpet-shaped flowers. It has flowering season from spring to fall. This climber adds a tropical look to outdoor areas. It grows best in warm climates. The plant likes moist, well-drained soil and light care. It is ideal for pots or near sunny patios.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 8-15 feet tall, 2-6 feet wide
Flower: red, pink, yellow, white flowers

12. Madagascar Jasmine (Stephanotis Floribunda)

Madagascar Jasmine (Stephanotis Floribunda) creeper and its white flowers

Madagascar Jasmine has waxy flowers that have a sweet fragrance. It blooms mostly in warm seasons and needs steady care. The vine grows with twining stems and strong support. It is widely used in wedding bouquets and gardens. This plant loves warmth, rich soil and gentle pruning. It gives a soft, elegant touch to garden areas.

Sun Requirements: bright, indirect sunlight 
Height and Spread: 10-12 feet tall, 3-5 feet wide
Flower: White flowers

13. Cup and Saucer Vine (Cobaea Scandens)

Cup and Saucer Vine (Cobaea Scandens) with purple bell shaped flowers

Cup and Saucer Vine is known for its unique bell-shaped flowers. Its lush green leaves add calmness to any space. The plant has flowering season during late summer and early fall. Flowers open green and turn purple as they mature. It climbs with the help of tendrils and covers structures quickly. The creeper gives a jungle look to outdoor spaces.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 10-20 feet tall
Flower: purple flowers

14. Crossvine (Bignonia Capreolata)

Crossvine (Bignonia Capreolata) with its orange-red flowers

Crossvine blooms in spring with trumpet-shaped flowers. These flowers also attract hummingbirds. The vine clings using small tendrils and climbs tall supports. Leaves stay green in warmer climates throughout the year. It adds a splash of color to arbors and entryways.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 30-50 feet tall
Flower: Orange-red flowers

15. Climbing Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus)

Climbing Nasturtium (Tropaeolum Majus) vine and its bright orange flowers

Climbing Nasturtium have bright blooms and edible leaves. It can be grown in containers, hanging baskets or open ground. Flowers appear in warm months and last until frost. The leaves are round and look soft and fresh. Its flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 6-10 feet tall
Flower: Orange, red, yellow flowers

16. Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans)

Trumpet Vine (Campsis radicans) and its vibrant red-orange flowers

Trumpet Vine is loved for its trumpet-like flowers. Its flowering time is in summer. Hummingbirds and bees can be seen around it. This strong climbing plant grows well in different soils. Its deep green leaves are long with pointed edges. It gives a tropical vibe.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 20-40 feet tall
Flower:  Vibrant orange or red flowers

17. Purple Bell Vine (Rhodochiton Atrosanguineus)

Purple Bell Vine (Rhodochiton Atrosanguineus) with purple hanging flower bells

Purple Bell Vine is famous for its beautiful, dark colored flowers. Flowers hang like bells and look beautiful on arches. The plant adds color through spring and summer months. Heart-shaped leaves give a cozy touch to the creeper. It is perfect for vertical spaces.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread:10-15 feet tall
Flower: Purple flowers

18. Passion Flower Vines

Passion flower vine with its star-shaped blooms

Passion flower vines are known for their exotic, star-shaped blooms. The flowers have a striking, layered look and unique shape. They bloom through summer and early fall. Leaves are very glossy. These climbers bring a dramatic touch to gardens.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread:10-30 feet tall
Flower: Purple, white, blue flowers

19. Porcelain Flower (Hoya Carnosa)

Porcelain Flower (Hoya Carnosa) vine  with its wax flowers

Porcelain flower is a tropical vine. It is also known as wax plant. Flowers comes in clusters. These climbing plants can be easily grown indoors. It looks beautiful in hanging baskets. Leaves are thick and glossy green. It blooms mostly in warm weather.

Sun Requirements: bright, indirect sunlight 
Height and Spread:10-15 feet tall
Flower: Pink and white flowers

20. Blue Sky Vine (Thunbergia grandiflora)

Blue Sky creeper (Thunbergia grandiflora) with its purple flowers

Blue sky vine has large leaves. It shows off trumpet-shaped flowers. The flowers have a pale yellow throat. It blooms best in warm seasons. The leaves are heart shaped and deep green. It looks best in tropical gardens. This climbing plant adds lush coverage and freshness.

Sun Requirements: Full sun or partial shade
Height and Spread: 20-30 feet tall
Flower: Lavender, blue flowers

21. Sweet Pea (Lathyrus Odoratus)

Sweet Pea vine (Lathyrus Odoratus) with purple-pink flowers

Sweet pea is a flowering vine. It comes in many bright and pastel colors. The flowers resemble small butterflies. It grows best in winter seasons. The leaves are oval and soft green. It adds color to garden beds. Sweet pea attracts bees and butterflies.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 4-8 feet tall
Flower: Pink, purple, white flowers

22. Cypress Vine (Ipomoea Quamoclit)

Cypress Vine (Ipomoea Quamoclit) with its star shaped flowers

Cypress vine is a delicate climber. It is also known as cardinal climberIt has fern shaped leaves. It displays small star-shaped flowers. These flowers attract hummingbirds. Leaves are thin and deeply divided. It blooms throughout summers. The plant twines easily on supports. It gives a fine-textured garden look. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 6-10 feet tall
Flower: Red flowers, green feathery leaves

23. Japanese Hydrangea Vine (Hydrangea Hydrangeoides)

Japanese Hydrangea Vine (Hydrangea Hydrangeoides) with white flowers

Japanese hydrangea vine is a shade-loving climber. It produces lace cap style white flowers in summer. The blooms are flat and airy. The heart-shaped leaves are broad. It prefers moist, rich soil. It grows slowly and needs support. This vine is perfect for shaded area.

Sun Requirements: Partial shade or filtered sunlight
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall
Flower: White flowers

24. Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum Jasminoides)

lush Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum Jasminoides) vine with its white flowers

Star Jasmine is an evergreen vine. It produces small star-shaped flowers. The leaves are shiny and dark green. This plant grows in hot climates. It attracts a lot of bees and butterflies. It can be trained on trellises or walls. Star Jasmine spreads a lovely fragrance in home.

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall
Flower: White flowers

25. Chocolate Vine (Akebia Quinata)

Chocolate Vine (Akebia Quinata) with brown flowers

Chocolate vine or five-leaf akebia has a unique foliage. It has five leaflets on each stem. The flowers have nice fragrance. It blooms in spring and early summer. The vine produces edible fruit pods. It is a drought tolerant climber (once established). 

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 15-30 feet tall
Flower: Purple-brown flowers

26. Scarlet Runner Bean (Phaseolus Coccineus)

Scarlet Runner Bean (Phaseolus Coccineus) vine and its red- orange flowers

Scarlet Runner Bean is an edible vine. It produces bright red or scarlet flowers. The plant grows beans that can be harvested. This flowering climber grows in cooler season. The leaves are large and heart-shaped. Scarlet Runner Bean attracts hummingbirds and bees. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 8-12 feet tall
Flower: Red, scarlet flowers

27. Carolina Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens)

Carolina Jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) creeper with its yellow flowers

Carolina Jessamine is a twining evergreen vine. It has trumpet-shaped fragrant flowers. It blooms from late winter to early spring. The leaves are shiny green in color. This vine is deer resistant and drought tolerant. It is a lovely choice for giving a private look.

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 15-20 feet tall
Flower: Yellow flowers

28. Firecracker Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta)

Firecracker Vine (Pyrostegia Venusta) with its orange blooms

Firecracker Vine is a strong evergreen climber. It produces clusters of tubular flowers. It blooms in winter and early spring. The plant has glossy and dark green leaves. This vine grows in warm and sunny locations. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 20-30 feet tall
Flower: Orange flowers

29. Moonflower (Ipomoea Alba)

Moonflower or ipomoea alba with its night-blooming white flower

Moonflower is a night-blooming vine. It has fragrant trumpet-shaped flowers. These large flowers open in the evening and close by morning. Heart-shaped leaves are medium green. Moonflower attracts moths and other night pollinators.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall
Flower: White flowers

30. Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia Alata)

Black-Eyed Susan Vine (Thunbergia Alata) with its orange flowers

Black-Eyed Susan Vine is a fast climbing annual vine. It has bright summer flowers with dark centers. The medium green leaves are heart-shaped. It blooms from summer to fall. This creeper attracts butterflies and bees. It is ideal for containers and hanging baskets.

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 6-10 feet tall
Flower: Orange/yellow flowers

31. Hyacinth Bean (Lablab Purpureus)

Hyacinth Bean vine (Lablab Purpureus) with its purple flowers

Hyacinth bean is a tropical vine. It has purple stems and vibrant flowers. It blooms during mid to late summer. This bean plant needs support to climb. Its ornamental seed pods are edible. This creeper is used as vegetable and pulse. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall
Flower: Purple flowers

32. Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus Quinquefolia)

Virginia Creeper (Parthenocissus Quinquefolia) with green and red leaves

Virginia creepers have five part leaves. These green leaves change color during fall season. It clings to surfaces using small tendrils. This plant covers spaces with lush greenery. It brings seasonal color. Birds enjoy its small blue berries. These berries are harmful for humans and dogs. 

Sun Requirements: Both Full sun or shade
Height and Spread: 30 to 60 feet tall, 5-10 feet wide
Flower: Greenish white flowers, red leaves

33. American Bittersweet

American bittersweet vine with bright orange-red berries

American bittersweet is a woody vine with bright berries. It displays orange fruit capsules in fall. The berries stay on the vine through winter. It attracts birds. Its twining stems need support to climb. American bittersweet is different from Oriental bittersweet.

Sun Requirements: Full sun 
Height and Spread: 15 to 20 feet tall
Flower: Orange-red fruit 

34. Blanche Sandman

Blanche Sandman vine or trumpet honeysuckle with its orange red flowers

Blanche Sandman is a trumpet honeysuckle variety. It has trumpet shaped flowers. The flowers attract hummingbirds in spring and summer. It has dark green leaves and hard stems. Great for creating colorful garden vibe. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun 
Height and Spread: 10-12 feet tall
Flower: Orange-red flowers

35. Boston Ivy Vine

Boston ivy or grape ivy creeper with its red and purple leaves during autumn

Boston ivy or grape ivy is a dense climber. It sticks to walls with suction-like pads. The leaves change color during autumn. It creates dense coverage for vertical spaces. It is often seen on brick buildings. The plant has a clean, tidy growth.

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 30-50 feet tall
Flower: Red-purple leaves during fall

36. Canary Bird Vine

Canary Bird Vine or Tropaeolum Peregrinum with its yellow flowers

Canary Bird Vine or Tropaeolum Peregrinum is a tropical climbing plant. It is known for bright flowers. The flowers look like little birds. Leaves are green and have deep cut. It blooms best in summer months. It is loved by hummingbirds and bees. Ideal for decorative arches or garden posts.

Sun Requirements: Full sun
Height and Spread: 6-12 feet tall
Flower: Yellow flowers

37. Rangoon Creeper (Burma Creeper)

Rangoon creeper or Madhumalti with its white-red flowers

Rangoon creeper or Madhumalti has star-shaped, fragrant flowers. Flowers change color from white to red as they mature. Blooms appear from spring through early fall. Leaves are oval and grow in pairs. This woody vine climbs using long, twining stems. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 10–20 feet tall
Flower: White to deep red, fragrant flowers

38. Goldflame Honeysuckle

Goldflame Honeysuckle climber with pink-yellow flower

Goldflame Honeysuckle has sweets scented flowers. Leaves are oval and blue-green in color. Blooms appear in clusters through summer. It is loved for its fragrance and color. Ideal for porches or open railings. 

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 10-15 feet tall
Flower: Pink and yellow flowers

39. Hops Climber (Humulus Lupulus)

Hops Climber (Humulus Lupulus) with its green cone shaped flowers

Hops is a climbing vine used in brewing. It has cone-shaped flowers called hop cones. Leaves are rough and lobed in shape. Grows well in moist and rich soil. Blooms appear in mid to late summer. Used for both decoration and harvest.

Sun Requirements: Full sun 
Height and Spread: 15-25 feet tall
Flower: Green flowers

40. John Clayton Honeysuckle  

John Clayton Honeysuckle vine and its yellow blooms

John Clayton is a trumpet honeysuckle variety. It blooms with trumpet shaped flowers. Flowers attract butterflies and small birds. Leaves are oval with smooth edges. Blooms from spring into early fall. Adds beauty with its soft yellow color.

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Height and Spread: 10-12 feet tall
Flower: Yellow flowers

41. Kentucky Wisteria

Kentucky Wisteria vine and its blue flowers

Kentucky Wisteria is a native flowering vine. It has lavender-blue pea like flowers. Leaves are compound and bright green. Blooms later than other wisteria types. Often used to add vertical look. Needs space to climb and spread.

Sun Requirements: Full sun 
Height and Spread: 15-25 feet tall
Flower: Blue flowers

42. Love-in-a-Puff (Cardiospermum Halicacabum)

Love-in-a-Puff or balloons vine with green balloons

Love-in-a-Puff or balloon vine is a climbing annual plant. It has small flowers and green balloons. Balloons contain black seeds with hearts. Leaves are deeply divided and light green. Grows quickly in summer months. Adds charm to borders and fences.

Sun Requirements: Full sun 
Height and Spread: 6 -10 feet tall
Flower: White flowers

FAQs About Climber and Creeper Plants

What is the popular climbing flower plant in India?

Bougainvillea is a very popular climbing flower plant in India.

What is the easiest flowering vine to grow?

Morning glory is one of the easiest flower vines to grow.

Is vine a flowering plant?

Yes, many vines are flowering plants.

What is the fastest climbing flowering plant?

Black-eyed Susan vine grows very fast.

Which is the fastest growing flowering creeper in India?

Bougainvillea, Rangoon and morning glory are fast-growing flower creepers in India.

What is the fastest growing annual flowering vine?

Morning glory is one of the fastest growing annual flower vines.

What are the three types of vines?

The three types are: twining vines, tendril vines and clinging vines.


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