Category Archives: Plants & Seeds
Clematis ‘Shirayukihime’
White-grey blooms with cheerful yellow anthers appear on this large flowered Clematis from May through to June and later in the summer there is a welcome second flush of flowers. Clematis ‘Shirayukihime’ is a Japanese cultivar with a compact habit, making it very appropriate for growing in containers. Height: 2.5m (8′). Spread: 1m (3′). Pruning
Clematis ‘Snow Queen’
A lovely Clematis adorned with large white flowers with undulating edges, opening with a soft mauve tint that slowly fades away. Clematis ‘Snow Queen’ is in its prime in early summer and then produces a second flush of flowers in late summer, often striped with pale pink. A beautiful and understated cultivar, it can be
Clematis ‘Star of India’
Clematis ‘Star of India’ is a robust variety. Every sepal of the rich purple flowers bears a striking carmine-red bar, which often has a pointed tip, giving the blooms a charming star shape. A late and large flowered clematis, at its best growing in partial shade so the sun doesn’t fade its vibrant colours. A
Clematis ‘Sunset’
Having a neat and compact habit, Clematis ‘Sunset’ is perfect for for patio containers. The single plum-pink flowers measure up to 10cm (5) across, with a dramatic cerise pink bar through the centre of each sepal and contrasting buttery yellow anthers. A eye-catching variety and free flowering from June, often with a second flush in
Clematis ‘Tudor’
Clematis ‘Tudor’ has a striking appearance with pale mauve flowers and a strong purple-red bar through each petal. Each 12cm (5) flower has unusual wavy margins which curl inwards in ruffles. Flowering continuously from May to August, this compact Clematis makes an ideal patio climber and is perfectly proportioned for growing in large pots. Height:
Clematis ‘Varenne’
Clematis ‘Varenne’ is a magnificent variety with its flamboyant royal purple flowers with a crimson stripe and contrasting creamy anthers from June until August. The large 14cm (6) blooms have an impressively intense colour, creating a particularly showy display. This Clematis has a neat, compact habit and is perfectly suited to growing in pots or grown up a
Clematis ‘Étoile Violette’
A Clematis of distinction, Clematis ‘Etoile Violette’ has been awarded the RHS Award of Garden Merit and is a variety that is perfect for scrambling amongst mature trees and shrubs. It has a profusion of deep violet purple, flowers, with five sepals and creamy yellow stamens in the centres that emerge in midsummer and last
Clematis ‘Madame Julia Correvon’
The free-flowing vigorous habitat of the Clematis ‘Madame Julia Correvon’ is typical of viticella cultivars. The rich claret flowers have an elegant bell shape and bloom vigorously throughout July and August. Each sepal of the Clematis ‘Madame Julia Correvon’ has a delicate ‘twist’ with a delicate pink reverse. This beautiful clematis is a true classic
Clematis viticella ‘Polish Spirit’
In July, August and September, it’s easy to see why the RHS has awarded Clematis viticella ‘Polish Spirit’ an AGM (Award of Garden Merit). Its deep purple flowers are saucer shaped, velvety and stunning against the hardy shrub’s dark green leaves. This variety of Old Man’s Beard is an excellent climber, so can be grown
Clematis ‘Rahvarinne’
Do you think that Clematis only flower in the spring? This variety of Old Man’s Beard sports dramatic, purple-red blooms in July, August and September. Their bright colour has a tendency to fade in direct sunlight, so Clematis ‘Rahvarinne’ is the perfect hardy climbing shrub to grow up north facing walls or in partially shady
Clematis ‘Purpurea Plena Elegans’
The elaborate flowers of Clematis ‘Purpurea Plena Elegans’ are notable for their many layers of dark pink petals. The hardy climber, also known as Clematis ‘Purpurea Plena Elegans’ or Old Man’s Beard, has been given an Award of Garden Merit (AGM) by the RHS for its summer blooms and fast growing nature. Despite this desirable
Clematis ‘Rasputin’
One of the darkest flowered of all clematis is Clematis ‘Rasputin’ which has deep violet blooms with a velvety appearance. They have furrowed sepals and undulating margins, creating unusual flowers which are borne in profusion from July to September. A position in light shade produces the very darkest colour of blooms and these team beautifully
Clematis viticella ‘Royal Velours’
Clematis viticella ‘Royal Velours’ has attractive, dark green foliage, although you might not notice it in July, August and September. Instead, your eyes will be drawn to the prolific, pink flowers that cover this Old Man’s Beard during the summer months. These blooms are small but perfectly formed and look particularly appealing amongst other plants
Clematis ‘Remembrance’
Clematis ‘Remembrance’ is a lovely specimen of Old Man’s Beard which flowers from July through to September. It produces raspberry pink flowers that mature to a deep pink with a splash of pale yellow stamens. The textured petals have a satiny sheen which gives the flowers a luxurious appearance. This compact late flowering Clematis makes
Clematis ‘Vyvyan Pennell’
Clematis ‘Vyvyan Pennell’ has fully double, dusky blue flowers that form sumptuous pompons in early Summer. Later blooms often become single and tend to be more mauve in colour for a second flush in late summer. This Clematis is an eye-catching viticella cultivar that enjoys a sunny position. Ideal for creating a striking display on
Clematis ‘Richard Pennell’
Clematis ‘Richard Pennell’ has large blue-purple blooms which measure up to 13cm (5) across. This climber creates a great early summer display and it flowers again in September. Ideal for growing against a wall, a fence or even through other trees and shrubs, Clematis ‘Richard Pennell’ holds the RHS AGM for its superb garden performance.
Clematis ‘Warszawska Nike’
Clematis ‘Warszawska Nike’ is adorned with masses of velvety, maroon purple flowers up to 10cm (4) across, each with a central boss of creamy yellow anthers. Giving an early midsummer display, often followed by a second flush in September. This Clematis is best in a sunny position – the flowers hold their colour well with little fading.
Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’
It’s easy to see why Clematis ‘Rouge Cardinal’ is one of the favourite varieties of red-flowered climbers. It bears single, large, velvety red flowers which have contrasting brown anthers and they gradually fade to a purple-rose tone. The blooms appear from July to September , making a great late summer show. This Clematis is relatively
Clematis ‘Rüütel’
If you want a deep red Clematis with massses of large single flowers produced freely from July through to September, Clematis ‘Rüütel’ is the one for you! Its blooms measure up to 20cm (8) across and they are attractive to bees and other beneficial insects. This charming Clematis has a compact yet robust habit which
Clematis ‘Lasurstern’
Clematis ‘Lasurstern’ has beautiful deep blue flowers with wide, overlapping sepals and neatly crimped edges. Each exotic flower of this RHS AGM cultivar grows as large as 15cm (6) in diameter – great for adding a touch of the exotic to fences, patio containers and garden walls. This early large flowered Clematis is a fine-looking
