shelter from the heat the shade of some plants or treess, is one of the most pleasant and natural ways to protect yourself from the sun. In the absence of a tree for the terrace, we can instead bet on large climbers that flood a simple wooden or metal pole structure (here you can bet on DIY or buying the structure), which accompanies and complements the shade of awnings or natural fiber blinds or curtains.
Although it takes time and love for the plant to grow lush and abundant, some of these plants, such as vines or ivy They will return the care in the form of generous vegetation in spring and summer to fill our gardens and terraces with green, life and shade.
Shelter under and next to them after watering (always first or last thing in the day) will help to better face this heat wave.
the vine
We begin the selection perhaps not by the most abundant but by one of the most generous in terms of leaf density. The Virgin Vine is a deciduous climbing plant capable of growing up to ten meters, making it suitable for larger structures. It is one of the most beautiful climbers in autumn, as its leaves turn red before falling and it can withstand frosts of up to -15ºC, and does not need any support to grow. You can simply direct its thick branches with wires around the existing structure.
Virgin Vine Plant Parthenocissus Quinquefolia 40 – 50 Cm in ManoMano from 14.50 euros
Virgin Vine Plant Parthenocissus Quinquefolia. 40 – 50cm
the climbing ivy
One of the most abundant and frequent, the climbing ivy is perfect to provide shade if it is placed covering metal or wooden structures, as well as to cover walls that are not very pretty or simply to decorate. In addition to beautifying the garden in summer, it provides a pleasant freshness, without forgetting the beautiful flowers of some varieties. As it is evergreen, in winter it will continue to give color to the garden or terrace.
Climbing Vine Plant. Japanese ivy. Parthenocissus Tricuspidata climbing shrub that can reach a length of 30 meters. Potted plant and about 60 – 90 cm for 14.90 euros
Climbing Vine Plant. Japanese ivy. Parthenocissus Tricuspidata Plant in pot and about 60 – 90 cm
honeysuckle
The Lonicera, better known as Honeysuckle, is a deciduous climber native to Europe and Asia that can reach a height of up to six meters. By resisting well to frost up to -7ºCturn out to be one of the best climbers to have in gardens, planted near trees that have dried up, walls or pergolas.
Lonicera honeysuckle plant. Plant about 120 – 150 cm
the clematis
The Clematis or Clematis It is a genus of plants that grows in temperate climates. Depending on the species, they can be perennial or deciduous, growing up to six meters. It stands out for its very decorative flowers, in colors that can be white, red, or pink. It has to be placed near supports so it can grow. Frost resistant up to -6ºC.
Clematis bulb four violet units for 10.33 euros
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the akebia
The Aquebia or Akebia It is a climber that grows up to 5 meters. It is native to Asia and has adapted to live in a wide variety of climates, even cold ones. For this reason, it easily withstands frosts of up to -15ºC ; yes, it will grow better if it is a little protected from the wind. It has semi-evergreen leaves, which means that it loses all of them in the cool autumn-winter months. Its flowers are red-lilac, and in addition to freshness and shade, it will bring a pleasant perfume to the terrace.
Akebia quinata zumari flower seeds via Amazon for 17.56 euros
Zumari Akebia quinata Flower Seeds
jasmine
the false jasmine It is one of the climbers that is most used in cool-cold climate gardens. It is very similar to jasmine, even in the scent of its flowers, but it is very more resistant to low temperatures; in fact, it supports up to -10ºC. From deciduous leaves it grows up to 7-8 meters in height together with the appropriate support.
Climbing star jasmine plant Trachelospermun Jasminoides from 100 – 120 Cms now with a 10% discount. Normal price €26.90 and now 24.21 euros
Climbing Plant Starry Jasmine, False Jasmine, Trachelospermun Jasminoides. 100 – 120cm
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