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Fast Growing Evergreen Vines for Texas
Fast Growing Evergreen Vines for Texas. Evergreen vines offer the joy of permanent greenery, plus the usefulness of year-round privacy and shelter. If you're living in the abundant sunshine state of Texas, there's plenty of opportunity for growing vines that are not only evergreen, but fast growers. Keep in mind, however, that there are seven USDA...
Evergreen vines offer the joy of permanent greenery, plus the usefulness of year-round privacy and shelter. If you're living in the abundant sunshine state of Texas, there's plenty of opportunity for growing vines that are not only evergreen, but fast growers. Keep in mind, however, that there are seven USDA hardiness zones in Texas, and vines will grow differently according to the location. In the southern zones, for example, vines may grow best with shade around the roots, while those in the northern zones may need protection from winter wind.
English Ivy
If you want a versatile evergreen vine, you can't go wrong with English ivy (Hedera helix). It grows only 3 to 4 inches tall, but can climb up walls, arbors and hillsides. It thrives in sun and in dense shade. Many varieties are available, including ones with glossy and variegated leaves. English ivy makes a good privacy screen, and can also be an attractive ground cover for large areas.
Carolina or Yellow Jessamine
The yellow jessamine (Gelsemium sempervirens) has shiny opposite leaves and puts on a grand display of fragrant, yellow funnel-type flowers when in full bloom. It is a low maintenance vine that has very few pests and is easy to train. These qualities, along with its fragrance, make it a good vine for porches or arbors.
Coral Honeysuckle
Coral honeysuckle (Lonicera sempervirens) grows quickly, but stays where you want it (unlike its cousin the yellow honeysuckle). It twines, so give it some support to get started. The flowers are a beautiful coral red, in the shape of a long, thin trumpet. Hummingbirds love them, and larger birds are attracted to the large red berries that follow. If you are growing coral honeysuckle in full sun, give its roots some extra water and shade.
Climbing Fig
Climbing fig (Ficus pumila) is also known as creeping fig. The flowers are inconspicuous, so grow this vine to appreciate its fine leafy texture and its ability to grow 40-foot-long strands and easily climb walls. It can grow in sun to partial shade, and climbs via "holdfasts" (root-like anchoring structures).
If you're interested in growing plants that help you stay healthy, climbing fig has an extra bonus. In Japan, it is used as a beverage and an herbal medicine to treat diabetes and high blood pressure. Research indicates that the leaves are high in antioxidants, according to Sciencedirect.com.
