Clematis montana var. rubens
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.
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.
Hardiness |
5 - 11 |
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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 |
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 |
How many Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ (Montana Group) do I need for my garden?
Plant | Quantity | |
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Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ (Montana Group) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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