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Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ (Montana Group)

Clematis montana var. rubens

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Delightfully scented, Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ is a very large deciduous climber with charming, single, pastel pink flowers, 2 in. across (5 cm), from late spring to early summer. The blossoms are so profuse that they generally cover the foliage, which emerges burgundy and matures to bronze-green. The flowers are not as large or flashy as those featured by other Clematis family members, but they are full of charm with their 4 rounded petals, opening pale mauve-pink, then slightly fading as the flowers mature. Their sweet vanilla fragrance fills the air as you pass by. Even after flowering, this vine remains attractive, thanks to the seedheads left by the passing flowers, providing winter interest. This vigorous and extremely floriferous vine is perfect for covering a wall, trellis, fence, or arbor and makes an interesting ground cover.

  • Thrives in moist, well-drained soils, in full sun or part shade. Ideally, Clematis prefer having their ‘heads in the sun and their feet in the shade’. Keep the roots cool and shaded by other plants, or add a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Afternoon shade is appreciated in hot climate areas.
  • This clematis is more resistant to clematis wilt and ignored by pests.
  • Quickly grows up to 20-40 feet long (6-12 m) and spreads 6-15 ft. (2-5 m).
  • This Clematis belongs to the first group of Clematis – a group including Early-flowering clematis that flower on shoots produced in the previous summer: No regular pruning is required. Just clean them up after flowering.
  • Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

As climbers, Clematis are unsurpassed in their long flowering presence, the rich diversity of flower shapes, and a wide array of colors and tolerances in terms of exposure and climate. It is no wonder they are so popular! From tree huggers to container varieties, there is a Clematis for every garden and flowers for almost every month of the year! Members of the Ranunculaceae family, they include more than 300 species and hundreds of hybrids. They create a ravishing colorful show in the garden year after year, whether solely trained on walls, arbors, or trellises or grown in association with other climbers. They are divided into 3 groups which determine how they should be pruned. Regular pruning of Clematis is important as it promotes strong growth and flowering as well as a harmonious plant. If left unpruned, Clematis can turn into a mass of tangled stems with a bare base and flowers well above eye level.

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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 11
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Plant Type Climbers
Plant Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Clematis
Common names Clematis
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early),
Height 20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m)
Spread 6' - 15' (180cm - 4.6m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Ground Covers, Wall-Side Borders, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard
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Alternative Plants to Consider

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Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens ‘Freckles’ (Evergreen Group)
Clematis montana var. wilsonii (Montana Group)

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Ceanothus ‘Concha’ (California Lilac)
Magnolia × soulangeana ‘Rustica Rubra’ (Saucer Magnolia)
Choisya ternata (Mexican Orange Blossom)

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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 11
Heat Zones 6 - 9
Climate Zones 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
Plant Type Climbers
Plant Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Clematis
Common names Clematis
Exposure Full Sun, Partial Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Late), Summer (Early),
Height 20' - 40' (6.1m - 12.2m)
Spread 6' - 15' (180cm - 4.6m)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Fragrant, Showy
Tolerance Deer, Rabbit
Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Ground Covers, Wall-Side Borders, Walls And Fences
Garden Styles Traditional Garden, Informal and Cottage, City and Courtyard
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