Clematis montana var. rubens - Clematis
This beautiful variety of montana clematis brings extra colour to the garden with soft pink flowers and attractive bronze-purple tinted foliage. In late spring, the plant becomes smothered in delicate pink blooms that carry a subtle vanilla fragrance, creating a romantic and eye-catching display.
Seasonal Highlights
Late spring brings an abundance of soft pink flowers that contrast beautifully with the bronze-purple young foliage. The vanilla scent is particularly noticeable on warm days. Young leaves emerge with rich bronze-purple tints before maturing to dark green, adding extra seasonal interest.
Key Features
- Masses of soft pink vanilla-scented flowers
- Attractive bronze-purple young foliage
- Vigorous growth reaching 8-10 metres
- Very hardy and reliable
- Minimal maintenance required
Perfect For
Ideal for covering large walls, fences, pergolas, and outbuildings. Perfect for growing through trees or over arches. Excellent for creating privacy screens or softening hard landscaping. Works beautifully in cottage gardens and romantic planting schemes where its colour and scent can be appreciated.
Growing Tips
Plant with roots in shade and top growth in sun or partial shade. Prefers moist, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Mulch roots to keep cool. Requires minimal pruning – simply remove dead or damaged stems after flowering. Very easy to grow and tolerant. Feed in spring.
Looks Great With
Stunning when grown through spring-flowering trees or allowed to weave through large shrubs. Pairs beautifully with white wisteria for a sophisticated colour combination. Combine with late spring bulbs and early roses. Underplant with hardy geraniums or pulmonarias for ground level interest.
A romantic and vigorous clematis that provides spectacular late spring colour with attractive foliage and delightful fragrance, all with minimal care requirements.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.