![]() Unfortunately, there are several highly invasive creepers too such as the ‘Wandering Jew’ (Tradescantia spp.) and Callisia repens that use this ‘creeping’ method to rapidly cover a wide area and causes a major problem in natural areas.Ĭlimbers, on the other hand, require the support of a vertical structure to support their growth. This variation in height can be put to good use to create either a pristine effect or a slightly wild ‘understorey’ effect. Some grow flat on the soil, such as Plectranthus verticillatus (money plant), while its relative, Plectranthus cilliatus, reaches a height of 30 – 40 cm. A thick creeper will effectively smother any weeds, keep the soil moist and protect it from the ravages of the sun and wind. Who still remembers the old exotic favourite, ‘Creeping Jenny’, or Lysimachia nummularia, that forms a lovely thick cover with its tightly-packed, lime-green leaves.Ĭreepers often form a dense mat that will almost entirely cover the soil and, in so doing, protect it in the same way as would a layer of organic mulch. They spread horizontally along the soil, developing roots at their nodal regions which, when they establish themselves in the soil, continue to produce new growth. The term ‘creeper’ is used loosely to describe any plant that either grows along the ground, wraps itself around another plant, or climbs a wall by means of extending stems or branches.Ĭreepers, however, do not climb. The difference between the two is not always understood and yet it is this difference that will contribute to the success of your planting scheme. Take creepers and climbers, for instance. ![]() Within each of these categories, the plants will have similar attributes and growth habits that add a unique beauty to a garden.īy exploring the different attributes, it may assist you when choosing plants to create a particular theme or style in your garden. Plants can be grouped into different categories such as trees, shrubs, ground covers, creepers, herbs, etc.
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