Want to make your backyard look amazing? I was tired of staring at my plain fence until I started growing red flowering vines!
Now my yard looks like something from a garden magazine, and I can’t wait to share these 14 beautiful climbing plants that made it happen.
Trust me – they’re easier to grow than you might think!
1. Red Bougainvillea
Let me tell you about my love affair with red bougainvillea. This stunning vine has become the star of my garden, completely transforming our plain pergola into a showstopping focal point.
I learned the hard way that these beauties need full sun to really show off their vibrant colors. After moving mine from a partially shaded spot to a sunnier location, the difference was like night and day!
2. Red Climbing Roses (Santana Roses)
If you’re a hopeless romantic like me, you’ll adore Santana roses. Their subtle, sweet fragrance reminds me of my grandmother’s garden, where I first fell in love with gardening.
These climbing roses create the most magical effect when grown against a dark backdrop. I have mine climbing up our charcoal-colored garden wall, and the contrast is simply breathtaking.
3. Red Morning Glory
My kids absolutely adore our red morning glories, and I can’t blame them! Their trumpet-shaped blooms in brilliant orange-red hues are like nature’s party decorations.
What makes these even more special is the wildlife they attract. Our morning coffee on the patio has turned into impromptu nature lessons as we watch butterflies, birds, and bees feast on the nectar.
4. Rangoon Creeper
Though it sounds exotic (and it is!), this beauty from Pakistan, Malaysia, Philippines, and India has made itself right at home in our garden. It’s proven to be one of my most reliable climbers, thriving in our garden’s thicket-like corner.
5. Coral Honeysuckle Vine
This is hands-down my favorite vine for attracting hummingbirds! The red tubular blooms seem custom-made for their tiny beaks.
I’ve used this versatile plant both as a climber on our fence and as ground cover in some tricky spots. Its glossy green leaves provide the perfect backdrop for those stunning red blooms.
6. Crossfire
When I tell you this vine means business, I mean it! As a member of the Bignoniaceae family, our crossfire vine has already reached impressive heights along our garden wall.
The bright red flowers are so vibrant that my neighbors frequently stop to ask about it. Just be prepared – it can grow 40 to 50 feet tall when happy!
7. Dwarf Red Jade Vine
Don’t let the “dwarf” in its name fool you – this Brazilian beauty packs a punch! What I love most about this vine is its adaptability.
Even during our unexpected cold snap last year, it kept on thriving. It’s perfect for those of us who live in areas with unpredictable weather patterns.
8. Red Mandevilla
Affectionately known as Red Riding Hood flowers, these are the show-offs of my garden. Their bright red blooms seem to never stop coming!
The heavenly fragrance is an added bonus – my kids say it smells like summer in a flower.
9. Red Cardinal Climber Vine
This clever hybrid combines the best of both its parents – Scarlet morning glory and Cypress vine. While it prefers full sun, I’ve found it to be quite forgiving in partially shaded spots too.
10. Red Iochroma
The tubular red flowers on this vine are absolute pollinator magnets! Just be careful if you live in a frost-prone area – this one needs protection during cold snaps.
11. Scarlet Clematis Vine
Also known as Scarlet leather flower or Texas clematis, this deciduous perennial has become a reliable friend in my garden. The dense clusters of red-maroon flowers create a stunning visual impact.
12. Flaming Glory Vine
True to its name, this vine brings the drama with its deep red flowers against dark green foliage. My only advice? Give it plenty of sunlight, and it will reward you with a spectacular show.
13. Red Passion Flower
The exotic pink-red flowers on this vine never fail to start conversations at our garden parties. While it can handle some shade, I’ve found it blooms most prolifically in bright, indirect light.
14. Red Flowering Cypress Vine
Last but certainly not least, this South and Central American native has stolen my heart. The hundreds of tiny, star-like red blooms against light green foliage create an ethereal effect that makes my garden feel like a tropical paradise.