Clematis
Clematis spp.
Also known as
Old Man's Beard, Traveller's Joy, Virgin's Bower, Leather Flower, Vase vine
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
15m | Max | 2m |
2m | Min | 50cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Clematis Overview
Clematis is a genus with around 385 species from the Ranunculaceae family. Thes are popular herbaceous climbers, grown for their huge range of flower shapes and colours, and sometimes evergreen foliage. Clematis are generally divided into three main groups according to where and when their flowers are produced. They are spring-blooming clematis that flower on side shoots of the previous year's stems; summer or autumn blooming clematis, which flower only on the ends of new stems (current seasons growth); and twice-flowering clematis that flower on both side shoots and terminally. Most species in this genus are hardy, with a few exceptions.
Common problems with Clematis
How to harvest Clematis
Flowers and or the seed heads can be harvested for the vase, due to the short flower stalks whole flowering branches are harvested.
How to propagate Clematis
Seed
Sow seeds as soon as they are ripe.
Layering
Layering in late winter or early spring.
Cuttings
Root softwood cuttings in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in early summer.
Division
Divide or take basal cuttings of herbaceous growth in spring.
Special features of Clematis
Pot plant
Use a large container about 45cm in diameter with the same depth, for good root growth, make sure a suitable support is in place such as an obelisk or a small trellis.
Attracts useful insects
Attracts bees and butterflies
Hedge plant
They often grow into hedges either having a support structure build or using a established plant hedge.
Attractive flowers
Attractive leaves
Other uses of Clematis
Grown for their mass of flowers, which can be grown on trellises and walls. Suitable for coastal conditions.
Medicinal
Clematis is a constituent of Bach's Rescue Remedy.
Poisonous to Pets
If your pet likes to nibble your plants, check our collection to make sure what they're eating isn't doing them any harm.
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