Plant combinations
The combination of these two delightfully fragrant climbers creates interesting interplays of color, shape and texture.
The small, charming, soft pink flowers of Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ provide a lovely contrast when mixed with the mauve, hanging tresses of Wisteria sinensis (Chinese Wisteria). Blooming their heart out in late spring to early summer, both these climbing vines provide interest after flowering is over, thanks to the seedheads left by the passing clematis flowers and the long velvety, bean-like pods left by the wisteria.
Clematis and Wisteria can be perfect companions. They can happily share the same arch or trellis, both reaching for the sun. When combined, they often look many times more beautiful than on a standalone basis. However, make sure you match the vigor of your clematis to that of its climbing partner.
| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Walls And Fences |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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| Hardiness |
5 - 9 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
6 - 9 |
| Climate Zones | 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18 |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Late) Summer (Early) |
| Maintenance | Average |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Landscaping Ideas | Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Walls And Fences |
| Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage |
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