Hardenbergia Alba

Bring winter colour into the garden with Hardenbergia Alba, a vigorous evergreen climber that produces masses of elegant white pea-like flowers from late winter through spring. Often called the White Happy Wanderer, this Australian native creates a spectacular display when many other plants are still dormant.

Unlike many flowering climbers, Hardenbergia Alba is both hardy and low maintenance. It quickly covers fences, trellises, pergolas and retaining walls with lush green foliage before erupting in cascading clusters of crisp white blooms that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.

Fast-growing and drought tolerant once established, Hardenbergia Alba is an excellent choice for gardeners wanting year-round greenery with a burst of winter interest. It also performs well as a groundcover on banks or spilling over walls.

Why You’ll Love Hardenbergia Alba

• Masses of elegant white flowers in late winter and spring
• Evergreen climber for year-round coverage
• Fast-growing and easy to maintain
• Ideal for fences, pergolas and trellises
• Drought tolerant once established
• Attracts bees and beneficial pollinators
• Can also be used as an attractive groundcover

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hardenbergia Alba evergreen?

Yes. Hardenbergia Alba keeps its attractive green foliage throughout the year, providing excellent screening and structure even when not flowering.

How fast does Hardenbergia Alba grow?

It is a fast-growing climber that can establish quickly under good growing conditions, reaching around 2–4 metres in height and spread.

Does Hardenbergia Alba need full sun?

It flowers best in full sun but also grows well in part shade. More sunlight generally results in a heavier floral display.

Is Hardenbergia Alba drought tolerant?

Yes. Once established it is relatively drought tolerant, although occasional watering during prolonged dry periods will keep it looking its best.