ClimbersClematis viticella
Italian Clematis
The Italian clematis is a vigorous, healthy climber producing an abundance of medium-sized, bell-shaped purple to blue flowers from July to September. Unlike many other clematis species, it is highly resistant to the dreaded clematis wilt. Ideal for pergolas, fences, and trees.
Characteristics
- Sun
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Water
- Medium
- Height
- 300–500 cm
- Spread
- 100–200 cm
- Hardiness zone
- 4–9
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Evergreen
- No
- Flower colors
- purple, blue
- Wildlife value
- bees, butterflies
Bloom period
Care guide
Plant with the roots in shade and the stems in sun. Use well-drained, lime-rich soil. Keep the base cool with a tile or ground cover planting. Water regularly in the first year. Feed in spring with an organic fertiliser.
Pruning tips
Prune in February or March, cutting all stems back to 30 cm above the ground (pruning group 3). The plant flowers on new wood and creates a full covering each year afresh. This makes maintenance particularly straightforward.
Good companions
ShrubsRosa gallica
Gallica Rose
The Gallica Rose is one of the oldest cultivated rose species, grown since the Middle Ages. Its semi-double, vivid red-pink flowers appear in June and July and carry an intense fragrance. Decorative rose hips develop after flowering.
ClimbersClematis montana
Mountain Clematis
Mountain clematis is a fast-growing climber that becomes smothered in white or pink flowers during May and June. The plant can cover large surfaces in a short time, making it ideal for growing over pergolas, fences, and unsightly walls. The lightly fragrant blooms appear on the previous year's wood.
ClimbersWisteria sinensis
Chinese Wisteria
Chinese wisteria is a vigorous climbing plant that produces spectacular hanging flower clusters in spring. The fragrant purple, blue, or white blooms appear before the foliage has fully unfurled. A mature plant can completely cover walls and pergolas with a lush canopy of leaves.