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Clematis Perennials
Clematis is from the Greek word klema, meaning "climbing".Some Clematis are rampant climbers that can be trained up a tree or trellis against the side wall of a house.Other types are low growing perennials that can be used at the front of flower borders, while some clematis are even suitable for growing in hanging baskets or pots on the patio.
Clematis are part of the same family as as anemones, buttercups and peonies.They are naturally from the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, making them ideal for growing in the UK and cooler parts of the USA.
Clematis prefers their roots in the cool shade while the vines thrive on the sunshine, plant in moist well drained soil with plenty of organic matter mixed in.Soak your Clematis well before planting dig a hole so the crown of the plant is about 5cm to 7cm (2in to 3in) below the surface of the ground.Fill in around the plant with a mix of soil and general purpose compost or leaf mould and add a slow release fertiliser.
Water your Clematis thoroughly after planting and keep watering regularly especially during dry spells, a large watering can of water twice a week is better than small amounts every day!
Clematis
Alan Bloom Clematis
The Clematis Alan Bloom, 'Heracleifolia 'Alan Bloom', a Blooms of Blessingham plant, has vivid spikes of fragrant dark blue flowers that rise...
Carnaby Clematis
The Clematis 'Carnaby', Hybrid, has pink flowers with rich red bar down the middle of each petal. 'Carnaby' also has dark red anthers that make it...
Ernest Markham Clematis
The Clematis æErnest MarkhamÝ, Viticella x group, has dark red, magenta blooms that flower in July and range in height of 12-15Ý and has a spread...
Henryi Clematis
The Clematis æHenryiÝ, Lanuginosa X group, has white flowers with brown anthers that bloom in June and September and range in height of 10-12Ý and...
Jackmanii Clematis
The Clematis æJackmanÝ, Clematis x jackmanii, is the best blooming Clematis in its family. With dark purple flowers that bloom in July, it ranges...
Niobe Clematis
The Clematis æNiobeÝ, Jackmanii x group, has dark red with gold anthers blooms that flower in June to July and range in height of 6-10Ý and has a...
Patio Clematis
Looking for a tame climber for your deck? Here are some new varities of clematis that are short on height but not on blooms.
