Collection: Clematis Plants

Most clematis will grow well in sun or partial shade but try to avoid heavily shaded areas as your clematis is less likely to flower.

Late spring or early autumn is the best time to plant your clematis as this is when the soil is moist and warm. Planting clematis in summer is also an option, but it will need additional watering to establish well.

Make sure to water your clematis frequently while it’s getting established and finding its place in the world (or in this case, your garden!) Always keep the soil moist and ensure that your clematis getting enough sun as well as partial shade.

Regular pruning encourages strong growth, flowering and also prevents your clematis getting in a mess! Do the right thing, prune your clematis.

Pruning should be performed in late winter, approximately 30-45cm from the ground, ensuring that all dead growth is removed. We know it’s hard to say goodbye, but it’ll be worth it!

With some good old TLC, your clematis will survive the winter and return with a bounty of blooms the following year.

Any clematis in the viticellas family will be the easiest clematis to grow, wilt-resistant and happy in most soils and in positions, although they prefer sun. Here are a few of our favourites:

• ‘Etoile Violette'
• ‘Madame Julia Correvon'
• And last but certainly not least, ‘Polish Spirit'.

Clematis will grow well in any soil type providing it is moist and well drained. If your soil is heavy or clay-based, mix in some fine gravel or perlite when planting, to help with drainage.

The majority of Clematis will die down during the winter. The leaves will fall off and you’ll likely be left with just the stems but don’t worry, there is a happy ending here! New growth will appear in the spring and you’ll be reunited once more.

Great news! You can plant just about anything with a Clematis as they like their roots shaded by other plants. Annuals or perennials are a wonderful choice.