Hey plant lovers! I’ve been trying out different climbing plants in my home for years, and I can say that there’s nothing better than seeing these green beauties grow and change the look of your space. Today, I’m so excited to share my top picks for fast-growing indoor climbing plants that will make you feel like you’re in the jungle without having to wait forever!
Why Choose Fast-Growing Climbing Plants?
Before diving into the list, here’s why these plants are awesome:
- Save precious floor space by growing vertically
- Create natural privacy screens
- Add instant drama to boring walls
- Purify indoor air
- Perfect for small apartments
- Give your home that cozy cottagecore aesthetic
Top 15 Fast-Growing Indoor Climbers
1. Golden Pothos (Epipremnum aureum)
The ultimate champion of fast-growing climbers! This bad boy can grow up to 12 inches in a month under the right conditions. Here’s what it needs:
- Light: Tolerates low to bright indirect light
- Water: Let top 2 inches of soil dry between waterings
- Growth rate: Super fast (up to 40 inches yearly!)
- Special feature: Nearly impossible to kill
2. Sweet Potato Vine (Ipomoea batatas)
This rapid grower is perfect for beginners and will quickly fill empty spaces
- Light: Bright indirect light
- Water: Keeps soil consistently moist
- Growth rate: Very fast
- Pro tip: Regular pruning needed to control growth
3. English Ivy (Hedera helix)
This classic climber can reach impressive lengths
- Light: Shade to partial sun
- Water: Regular watering when soil feels dry
- Growth rate: Fast (can grow up to 100 feet!)
- Note: Keep away from pets as it’s toxic
4. Jasmine (Jasminum polyanthum)
Not just fast-growing, but also fragrant:
- Light: Bright indirect light
- Water: Consistent moisture
- Growth rate: Fast
- Bonus: Beautiful fragrant flowers
5. String of Pearls (Senecio rowleyanus)
This unique succulent grows surprisingly fast:
- Light: Bright indirect to direct light
- Water: Let soil dry between waterings
- Growth rate: Fast
- Special feature: Drought-tolerant
Care Tips for Fast Growth
Want your climbing plants to grow even faster? Here’s what I’ve learned:
- Provide Support Early
- Use moss poles
- Install trellises
- Set up command hooks
- Add bamboo stakes
- Optimal Light Conditions
- Most climbers love bright, indirect light
- Avoid harsh direct sun
- Rotate plants regularly
- Consider grow lights in winter
- Water & Humidity
- Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy
- Mist leaves regularly
- Use a humidity tray
- Group plants together
- Fertilizer Schedule
- Feed monthly during growing season
- Use balanced liquid fertilizer
- Reduce feeding in winter
- Don’t overfertilize!
Common Problems & Solutions
Even fast-growing plants can hit some snags. Here’s how to deal:
Leggy Growth
- Cause: Insufficient light
- Solution: Move closer to light source or add grow lights
Slow Growth
- Cause: Poor nutrition or wrong temperature
- Solution: Regular fertilizing and maintain temps between 65-80°F
Yellow Leaves
- Cause: Overwatering or underwatering
- Solution: Check soil moisture before watering
Pro Tips for Success
After years of growing these plants, here are my top tips:
- Start with multiple plants for faster coverage
- Prune regularly to encourage bushier growth
- Clean leaves monthly for better photosynthesis
- Check for pests weekly
- Repot annually during growing season
Where to Place Your Climbing Plants
Get creative with these placement ideas:
- Around windows
- On bathroom walls
- Along bookshelves
- Over kitchen cabinets
- Around doorways
- As room dividers
Final Thoughts
It’s like seeing a living work of art grow right in front of your eyes when you grow indoor climbing plants. I like these fast-growing types the most because you can see the progress every day. Remember that even plants that grow quickly need care to do well.
Start with one or two varieties and see how they do in your space. Before you know it, you’ll be hooked on creating your own indoor jungle! Trust me, there’s nothing better than sitting in your living room surrounded by lush, growing vines.
Leave your questions about how to grow climbing plants indoors in the comments below. I’d love to help you get started with plants!
Remember: Every home is different, so don’t be afraid to experiment and find what works best in your space. Happy growing!
Epipremnum aureum Snow Queen / Devil’s Ivy / Pothos
The Snow Queen is an adorable climbing plant that looks much better than your standard devils ivy. With its green splotches and variegated leaves, this pothos plant is a sight to behold.
It looks like someone splashed a line of yellow paint in the middle of this lovely creeper plant. Did someone bring a paintbrush? It truly is an artwork.
Tradescantia Zebrina / Wandering Jew / Spiderwort Plant
This plant can spread like wildfire. It grows quickly and is usually grown in hanging plant pots or regular pots that let it hang over furniture or go up and down furniture.
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FAQ
What is the fastest indoor climbing plant?
Devil’s Ivy (Epipremnum aureum) / Pothos: The classic devil’s ivy is a great climbing plant that does well indoors in almost any setting. It grows fast and is hard-to-kill.
What is the fastest growing vine for indoors?
Golden pothos is a super fast grower and easy to kill. I’ve also got a rhapidaphora growing up my walls and she looks great!.
Which climbing plant grows the quickest?
The fastest growing is Chinese wisteria (sinensis) but Japanese wisteria (floribunda) isn’t far behind, and it has the biggest flowers. Whichever you choose, planting in a sunny sheltered spot means you’ll get the best flowers from your wisteria.
What is the fastest growing indoor plant?
According to the Guinness Book of World Records, bamboo is the fastest growing indoor plant. Some species of bamboo were found to grow at a rate of up to 35 inches (91 cm) per day. Some of the other fastest growing houseplants include varieties of pothos, philodendron, pileas, ferns, and ivy.