Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’ – A Vigorous Spring-Flowering Climber
Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’ is a vigorous, deciduous climber known for its profuse display of soft pink, star-shaped flowers in late spring. The lightly scented blooms cover walls, trellises, pergolas, and fences, creating a spectacular seasonal feature. Its fresh green foliage provides summer structure, while the rapid growth ensures quick coverage of garden structures. Ideal for adding vertical impact, ‘Pink Perfect’ is both versatile and low-maintenance, making it perfect for classic and contemporary garden designs.
With its abundant spring flowers, delicate fragrance, and fast-growing habit, Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’ adds charm and seasonal drama to any garden space.
Why Grow Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’?
Abundant Spring Flowers – Produces masses of soft pink, star-shaped blooms in late spring.
Fragrant Blooms – Lightly scented flowers bring delicate fragrance to the garden.
Vigorous Climber – Rapidly climbs walls, fences, trellises, and pergolas, providing quick, striking coverage.
Deciduous Foliage – Lush green leaves add summer structure and a backdrop for other plants.
Low Maintenance – Hardy, adaptable, and easy to grow once established.
Height and Spread
Typically grows to 6–8m (20–26ft) in height and 2–4m (6.5–13ft) in spread, depending on support.
Where to Site Your Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’
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Walls and Fences: Ideal for large-scale coverage
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Pergolas and Arches: Creates a show-stopping spring feature
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Sunny Borders: Performs best in full sun or partial shade
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Entrances or Pathways: Brings colour and fragrance close to the home
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Mixed Shrub Borders: Complements roses, Hebe, or perennials
How to Grow and Care
Soil – Prefers fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates most garden soils.
Light – Full sun to partial shade ensures best flowering.
Watering – Water regularly during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Maintenance
Pruning – Lightly prune after flowering to maintain size and shape. Avoid heavy pruning to preserve next year’s flowers.
Mulching – Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Pests & Diseases – Generally hardy and resistant to pests and diseases.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Climbers: Combine with roses for layered spring displays
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Perennials: Plant early bulbs or Salvia beneath for a succession of colour
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Shrubs: Choisya, Pittosporum, or Hebe complement foliage and structure
Conclusion
Clematis montana ‘Pink Perfect’ is a vigorous, deciduous climber producing masses of soft pink, fragrant flowers in late spring. Its rapid growth, easy care, and striking floral display make it ideal for pergolas, walls, and garden structures.
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.