Clematis montana Description
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The montanas are the most popular and easily grown Clematis. Producing a reliable abundance of pink / white flowers in spring, this fast growing deciduous climber flourishes in most conditions, providing rapid screening in full sun or partial shade.
Clematis montana - Cultivation Notes
This hardy climber will flourish in full sun or partial shade. Clematis prefer their roots to be kept cool - so don’t plant in hot dry soils. Tie young growth into support as the plant grows and trim to shape after flowering. Mulch in winter.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Clematis montana:
- Sun loving drought tolerant plant
- Scented blossom
- Attracts wildlife to feed or nest
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Ideal for fast growing screening
- Suitable for container growing
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
- Tolerates cold exposed locations
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Clematis montana
Design & Plant Use for Clematis montana:
- Flowering climbing plant for added interest on walls and structures
- Flowering climbing plant for added interest on walls and structures
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View other climbers with white flowers, or climbers with medium green foliage
Common Missspellings: Klematis, Clemetis, Clemertis, Klemartis, Klemaitis