Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ – Vigorous Spring Flowering Climber
Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ is a vigorous deciduous climbing plant celebrated for its masses of fragrant soft pink flowers in late spring. The star-shaped blooms appear in abundance, covering fences, walls and pergolas with colour. Its attractive bronze-tinted young foliage adds extra seasonal interest, making it an excellent choice for quickly covering vertical spaces in the garden.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
Bronze-tinted young foliage emerges, followed by a spectacular display of fragrant soft pink flowers.
Summer:
Fresh green leaves form a dense covering over structures.
Autumn:
Foliage remains attractive before leaf fall.
Winter:
Deciduous stems provide structure until new growth appears in spring.
Structure & Form
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Vigorous deciduous climber
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Height: 6–9m
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Spread: 3–5m
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Soft pink star-shaped flowers
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Bronze-tinted young foliage
Ideal for quickly covering large garden structures.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Pergolas & Arbours: Creates a beautiful flowering canopy.
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Walls & Fences: Quickly covers vertical spaces.
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Cottage Gardens: Adds romantic spring colour.
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Large Gardens: Excellent for natural screening.
Growing Conditions & Care
Position:
Full sun or partial shade.
Soil:
Moist but well-drained fertile soil.
Hardiness:
Fully hardy in the UK (approximately -20°C).
Maintenance:
Minimal pruning required. Trim after flowering if size needs to be controlled.
Why Choose Clematis montana ‘Rubens’?
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Masses of fragrant pink flowers
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Fast-growing climber
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Attractive bronze spring foliage
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Excellent for covering structures
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Hardy and easy to grow
Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ is a spectacular spring-flowering climber that brings colour, fragrance and height to garden planting schemes.
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.