Clematis

These step-by-step instructions show how to take clematis cuttings to grow new vines. It’s a simple propagation method using softwood cuttings.

Clematis is the queen of climbing plants! Old man’s beard, Traveller’s joy, Virgin’s bower are some of the common names for this popular plant. Clematis vines are so versatile that they can be grown on walls, pergolas, frames, containers, or left to scramble through trees and shrubs. They come in so many…

Q: I know spring is here, but my clematis vines are overgrown and I need to trim them. I think they are supposed to be pruned during the winter when they are dormant.

With all the types of clematis, identification can be difficult. But there are ways to figure out what type of clematis you are growing, which helps with pruning and care decisions.

These step-by-step instructions show how to take clematis cuttings to grow new vines. It’s a simple propagation method using softwood cuttings.

Do you ever find yourself questioning the information you read about plants? So often I have read that Clematis like their heads in the sun and their roots to be in cool shade. Where did that little gem of wisdom come from anyway? Is it something that some plant expert said once and gardeners like myself just pass along? When you stop and think about this little nugget of information, it makes good sense. Most vines stretch up out of shady undergrowth to reach for the sun. Clematis are no…

If you press me, I will admit that people admire my Clematis jackmanii. This admiration has led several, including neighbors and friends, to ask me how to get more plentiful Clematis flowers. Spars…

Clematis are long-lived perennial vines and have an important role in any flower garden. Learn how to make the most of these beautiful climbers.

The Oregonian'Perle d'Azure' was my first clematis love. Three things made me fall in love with clematis: a visit to Linda Beutler's garden here in Portland, a trip to England with my mom and dad, and getting to know...

Plant database entry for Clematis 'Jackmanii' with 90 images, 2 comments, and 38 data details.