Clematis 'Justa', also known as Clematis viticella, is a particularly compact variety of Old Man's Beard. It is therefore best suited to sunny or partially shady patio containers, where it can be grown up a trellis. In July, August and September, the climbing plant produces interesting, star-shaped flowers, which are purple with white stamens. In the autumn, the hardy shrub should be pruned, ready to start growing again the following spring. Height: 1.5m (4'11). Spread: 1m (3'3). Pruning group 3.
Clematis 'Prince Charles' is a reliable, free flowering variety with a compact but vigorous habit, producing a profusion of nodding, soft mauve flowers with a glossy sheen. Blooming between June and September, this viticella Clematis has been awarded an RHS AGM for its superb garden performance. Clematis 'Prince Charles' is perfect for growing in containers and borders, covering walls and fences or climbing a free standing obelisk. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning group: 3.
A clematis for a sunny spot in the garden, Clematis 'Rouge Cardinal' is going to turn heads with it's rich, almost velvet textured red petalled flowers with brown anthers from July to September. This late, large flowered cultivar is often considered to be one of the best red clematis varieties and is an excellent choice for trellises, fences, borders and containers. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning group: 3.
Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' features large creamy flowers, each measuring up to 12cm across, with contrasting yellow stamens and a pale green stripe. It flowers from May to July and then again later in the summer, creating an extended colourful display. Once the blooms have faded, there are stunning golden/green starry seed heads that stay on the plant for many weeks afterwards. This hardy perennial climber is ideally suited to climbing up a trellis, where it is backed by dark green foliage for a magnificent contrasting effect. Clematis 'Guernsey Cream' is best situated in a partially shaded location as the flowers can fade in bright sunlight. Height: 2.5m (8'2). Spread: 1m (3' 3). Pruning group: 2.
Clematis 'Hagley Hybrid' is the perfect choice for both beginner gardeners and more experienced Clematis growers, as this compact hardy perennial can cope with almost all garden conditions, from north-facing walls and shady corners to bright sunshine. Elegant large flowers open out into shell-pink blooms with purple/brown stamens in July and continue right through until September, providing an extended season of interest. Like most Clematis, the petals will fade when exposed to bright sunlight, although the soft mauve colour of the faded flowers is beautiful in its own right. Clematis 'Hagley Hybrid' is a climber that can be grown on a wall, against a pergola, through shrubs and up a trellis; it is even happy in a pot, making it a superb choice for those with smaller gardens. Height: 2.5m (8'). Spread: 1.5m (4' 11). Pruning group: 3.
Clematis 'Jackmanii' bears single blooms, with the velvety purple sepals contrasting well against the creamy coloured anthers. This very free flowering variety is late to bloom, creating a colourful garden display from mid to late summer. Winner of an RHS AGM, it is ideal for sunny walls and fences and can also cope with a more difficult, north-facing position. Height: 3m (10'). Spread 1m (3'). Pruning group: 3.
Create a stunning backdrop with this energetic climber with its dense green foliage and crisp white flowers in the early summer months between May and June.
Although Clematis are best known for being climbing plants, this variety, a Clematis integrifolia hybrid, is content to grow in sunny borders or over steep banks rather than up a trellis. The flowers of Clematis 'Alionushka' are also unusual, forming attractive, bell shapes rather than the usual star pattern. However, their colour is just as bright as that of other Old Man's Beards; when the hardy perennial blooms in June, July, August and September, the mauve tone of its petals is sure to turn heads. Height: 2m (6'7). Spread: 1m (3'3). Pruning group 3.
Clematis 'Frances Rivis' is named after Mrs Rivis who collected the original wild seed in the Himalayas. It requires virtually no pruning and does well in exposed areas. It has beautiful sky blue and white flowerheads that bloom in late spring / early summer. A perfect climbing plant for a trellis planter on the patio or decking, or to train up the side of a wall next to a door. Suitable for both cottage and contemporary style gardens. Height: 3m (9'). Spread: 1.5m (5'). Pruning group: 1.
Large and bright, rich blue-purple flowers will bloom on the climbing stems of this popular variety from June to September. Ideal for growing up a fence, trellis, pergola or arch, enjoying a full-sun location, keep the roots cool and moist. Fully hardy. Height 3.5m, spread 1m. Supplied in 3 litre pots.
Clematis are such a fantastic climbing plant, that can totally transform a dull wall or fence, with their opulent flowers. Clematis 'Dr Ruppel' is a beautiful variety, first bred in Argentina, in 1975, that has rose pink sepals, with strong pink stripes down the centres. The cream anthers turn to fluffy seedheads in the autumn. Its main flush of blooms are in late spring / early summer. The RHS awarded this Clematis its Award of Garden Merit. Enjoys a position where the base and roots are in the shade, with the flowers in full sun. This can be achieved by planting in a full sun position, and grow other plants near the base of the Clematis. Height: 2.5m (8?). Spread: 1m (3?). Pruning group: 2
Clematis 'Girenas' bears wide, soft pink flowers, each with an eye-catching crimped edge and a darker pink bar along the centre of each sepal. This compact variety is ideal for adding interest to a lightly shaded wall, where its colours will be protected from fading in the sun. An abundance of flowers are produced in June and July, with a second flush appearing in late summer. Height: 3m (10'). Spread: 1m (3'). Pruning group: 2.