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Vertical Garden Seed Recommendations (UK)

Short on space? No problem. Vertical gardening is a brilliant way to grow upwards—not outwards. Whether you're working with hanging pockets, shelves, stacked planters, or a DIY trellis, the right seed choices can transform fences, balconies, and even shed walls into productive, edible gardens.

In this guide, we’ll share the best UK-suited seeds for vertical gardening—from trailing strawberries to climbing beans, compact herbs, and leafy greens that thrive in stackable containers.

Benefits of Vertical Gardening

  • Great for patios, balconies, and wall space
  • Easier to manage pests and harvest
  • Improves airflow and reduces fungal disease
  • Great for light-loving crops (better sun exposure)
  • Visually attractive and space efficient

Climbing Crops for Vertical Supports & Trellises

Crop Best Varieties Growing Support
Peas Meteor, Kelvedon Wonder Twine, mesh, or pea netting
Runner Beans Enorma, SweepsTreak Wigwams or bamboo teepees
French Beans Dwarf French Bean Pickwick, Cobra Compact support or obelisks
Cucumbers Marketmore, La Diva Vertical netting or trellis
Squash Uchiki Kuri, Patty Pan Strong mesh or frame (small fruit)
Tomatoes Tumbling Tom, Tiny Tim Hanging baskets, grow bags, frames

Tip: Choose compact or bush types for less structural weight and faster harvests in small spaces.

Trailing Crops for Hanging Planters or Wall Pockets

Crop Best Varieties Container Tip
Strawberries Alpine, Temptation Great in hanging baskets
Tomatoes Tumbling Tom Yellow/Red Ideal for hanging containers or wall bags
Nasturtiums Jewel Mix Edible flowers and leaves; trailing habit
Lettuce Little Gem, Tom Thumb Grow in cascading planters
Herbs Mint, Thyme, Oregano Ideal for wall-mounted herb pockets

Compact & Leafy Crops for Stackable Systems

Crop Best Varieties Why It Works in Vertical Planters
Lettuce Salad Bowl, Lollo Rosso Small roots; fast cropping
Pak Choi Dwarf Pak Choi Grows well in shallow trays
Spinach Samish F1, Amazon Performs in shallow soil and part-shade
Rocket Wild Rocket, Buzz Compact and fast-growing
Radish French Breakfast, Cherry Belle Great for bottom tiers
Spring Onions White Lisbon Vertical trays or tubes

Herbs for Vertical Herb Gardens

Herb Best for Vertical Systems Notes
Basil Genovese, Greek Mini Sun-loving; prune to control height
Parsley Italian Flat Leaf, Moss Curled Grows well in rows or wall pockets
Thyme English, Lemon Thyme Hardy and drought-tolerant
Chives Standard Chives Great for narrow pockets or small pots
Coriander Calypso, Confetti Sow successively for regular harvest

Tools & Accessories for Vertical Growing

Maximise your vertical garden's potential with the right support tools. These simple, affordable items make training and supporting your plants far easier—and more productive.

Accessory Use Ideal For
Jute Garden Netting Natural fibre netting for soft supports Peas, Beans, Squash, Nasturtiums
Biodegradable Garden Twine Tying plants gently to frames or supports Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Herbs, Climbers
Bean & Pea Netting Strong mesh for climbing crops Runner Beans, French Beans, Peas
Bamboo Bean Poles Classic, sturdy support for wigwams and teepees Runner Beans, Climbing Courgettes, Sweet Peas
Wall-Mounted Planters Multi-pocket planters that attach to walls or fences Herbs, Lettuce, Strawberries, Flowers
Stackable Planters Modular pots for growing upwards in towers Lettuce, Pak Choi, Spinach, Radish, Herbs

Tip: Reuse old hanging baskets, guttering, or crates as vertical planters—just ensure good drainage and secure mounting.

Bonus: Vertical Flower Companions (Edible or Pollinator-Friendly)

Flower Type Why Grow Vertically
Nasturtiums Edible, pollinator Edible leaves/flowers; deters aphids
Calendula Medicinal Easy to grow in wall planters
Borage Bee-friendly Large flowers; trail or support lightly
Viola Edible flower Compact and cheerful in pockets
Sweet Peas Climber Beautiful scent and vertical colour