Clematis Plants

Choosing the Right Clematis for Your Garden

The key to success with clematis is selecting the right type for your space and flowering preference. Clematis montana is a fast-growing favourite, ideal for covering large areas quickly. A clematis montana plant produces masses of spring flowers and is perfect for softening walls, sheds and fences. For year-round interest, an evergreen clematis plant offers glossy foliage that keeps its structure through winter, followed by scented blooms in spring.
If summer colour is the priority, large-flowered clematis varieties deliver impressive clematis flower displays over many weeks, often flowering again later in the season. Compact forms are well suited to containers, patios and smaller gardens, while more vigorous types shine in larger borders. Most clematis prefer their roots kept cool and shaded, with their stems and flowers growing up into the sun, a simple planting tip that makes a big difference to long-term performance.

How to Plant and Support Clematis Climbing Plants

Plant clematis in well-drained, fertile soil, setting them slightly deeper than they were in their pot to encourage strong shoots from the base. Provide a sturdy support from the start, such as a trellis, wires or an obelisk, so climbing clematis can attach and grow naturally. Water well during the first growing season while roots establish, especially in dry spells.
Container-grown clematis climbing plants need regular watering and feeding through spring and summer to keep growth strong and flowering generous. A mulch around the base helps retain moisture and keeps roots cool, which clematis appreciate.

Trimming a Clematis for Healthy Growth and Flowers

Trimming a clematis may sound daunting, but it is simpler than many gardeners expect. Different clematis plants fall into pruning groups depending on when they flower. Spring-flowering types, including clematis montana, should be lightly pruned after flowering. Summer and repeat-flowering varieties are usually cut back in late winter or early spring to encourage fresh growth and more flowers.
Evergreen clematis generally need very little pruning, just a tidy after flowering if required. With the right approach, trimming a clematis keeps plants vigorous, well-shaped and covered in blooms year after year.

Ordering Clematis Plants Online with YouGarden

Ordering clematis plants online with YouGarden makes it easy to find reliable, UK-suited varieties chosen for strong growth and excellent flowering. From classic favourites to modern compact forms and evergreen clematis options, each plant is carefully packed and delivered ready to plant. Whether the aim is to soften a boundary, add height to a border or create a stunning floral feature, clematis plants remain one of the most versatile and satisfying climbers for British gardens.