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Households with no time urged to plant these 'neglect thriving' flowers

If you're too busy to grow a bountiful garden this summer there is no need to miss out - these delightful climbing plants require little to no care and will grow almost anywhere While most of us enjoy a lush flower-filled garden, not all of us have the time to commit to it – luckily, experts say these gorgeous climbing plants thrive with little care. So, if you aren't naturally green-fingered, no need to miss out. One of the greatest benefits of climbing plants is that they're perfect for smaller gardens. Since they don't take up any floor space, they can easily fit in a balcony or a little nook, adding much-needed colour and charm. Equally, many also do well in shady spots with minimal watering. With that said, here are the five easiest flowers to grow, according to Home and Gardens. ‌ ‌ Virginia creeper These red-coloured vines are native to North America and famous for their hardiness. One of their best features is the fact that they can grow in practically any soil-type. Bert Bast is garden expert and owner of Bast Brothers Garden Center. He told Home and Gardens: 'Virginia creeper, or Parthenocissus quinquefolia, can grow in nearly any soil condition and requires very little care.' Even better, it doesn't need to be watered often. He continued: 'There is very little you can do to harm this plant, and once established, it shouldn't need any additional watering or attention.' Honeysuckle This delicate climbing plant is already a popular choice for its ornate white leaves and divine fragrance. A honeysuckle will leave your garden smelling like a sweet mixture of jasmine and honey. Even better, it requires next to no maintenance. Honeysuckle can be grown in any pot and left to its own devices, as it winds itself across your walls. ‌ Plumbago Notable for their powdered blue shade, these delightful little flowers are native to South Africa. Therefore, they prefer warm, sunnier climates and are best grown over the summer season. Maintaining them is incredibly easy. They can be grown either as a shrub or climbing plant. Trish Hunt, a plant expert from Millstone Nursery, advises that all they need is a small piece of garden twine to help shape them. ‌ Nasturtium April or May is the best time to plant these edible climbers, as the soil will have warmed up and the risk of frost has largely passed. With their bright red blossoms, these plants add the perfect pop of colour in summer. You don't need to worry about the kind of soil they are placed in, either. Simply provide a structure for them to climb up and they will do the work for you. Even better, their blossoms can be added to salads for a peppery kick! Morning glory These Mexican flowers truly bring to mind a tropical sky, as their petals blend beautifully from purple-blue into a pink centre. Better yet, they're easy to maintain. While they prefer full sunlight, they can be grown in partial shade – a relief for British gardeners. Plus, once planted, they can grow quite rapidly, to anything from one to three metres in a single season.