A climber with loads of flowers
We are just mad about them. The pale pink flowers of this Clematis montana "Rubens" in a nursery pot, that is. The clematis "Rubens" grows quickly and produces lots of little flowers. It is a real climber and can reach five metres in height. It can always use a helping hand to get further. Plant the clematis near a wall or divider, or have it grow along a pergola. In order for the plant to grow upwards, it needs to be secured. It is easily done using a rope, wire, or anything similar. The clematis will thrive in a spacious pot on the patio, roof terrace or balcony. For full growth, we recommend using three plants per metre.The "Rubens" begins blooming in the spring. The clematis is deciduous, so it loses its leaves in the winter. Cold temperatures are no problem for this winter-hardy climber. Pruning is not necessary. However, dead and damaged twigs should be removed. The clematis grows in humus-rich, moisture-retaining soil. Water it regularly to keep the soil moist. It's best to give them extra water during dry periods. And they need sufficient light in order to grow well. The clematis grows best in full or half sun.
Clematis montana "Rubens", Pink - Hardy plant
Clematis montana 'Rubens'
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Specifications
Pink
Supplied as container plant
Not edible
Flowering May - June
Cut flower
Growing height 400 - 500 cm
6 months growth and flowering guarantee
Hardy plant
Deciduous
Location: Half shadow
Location: Shadow
Planting distance 50 - 70 cm
Planting
Prior to planting make sure that the roots of Clematis montana var. rubens are moistened well by soaking them in a bucket with lukewarm water. Prepare a large planting hole and loosen the soil. Put the roots of the clematis at the right depth in the planting hole. The top of the root ball should be just below ground level. Fill the planting hole with soil and press firmly. Water immediately after planting. Clematis montana var. rubens grows well in fertile garden soil, mixed with compost. The ideal position for this climber is in full sun or partial shade.
Clematis montana var. rubens combines perfectly with other plants
Clematis montana var. rubens is a fast growing climber that will completely cover pergolas, fences and climbing frames in a short time. It’s also possible to train the stems through large shrubs such as jasmine (Philadelphus). Even a tree with lots of branches is a great support for this clematis. Try this beautiful small-flowered clematis with the honeysuckle (Lonicera) or with a rambling rose in the spring.
Care
Clematis dislikes dry soil, so water more often during dry periods. You can keep its ‘feet’ cool and moist whilst the foliage is in the sun - do this by planting a low growing shrub near the clematis. Now and again a mulch of compost mixed with granulated cow manure will be appreciated. Clematis montana var. rubens grows well along a fence or pergola. Give young plants a hand with climbing by attaching them to a support as they grow.
Pruning Clematis montana var. rubens
This is an early and small-flowered clematis (pruning group 1). The flowers appear on the previous year's wood. Lightly prune Clematis montana var. rubens immediately after flowering. Cut back dead and damaged wood only. Heavy pruning is certainly not necessary and overblown flowers can be snipped out during summer.
Extra
The pale pink flowers of Clematis montana var. rubens are quite small but appear in abundance. This is one of the earliest and richest flowering clematis. The vine grows rapidly and covers a large area in a short time. Over time, this clematis can reach a height of 5 metres.
Clematis montana var. grandiflora is one of the Montana Group.
Clematis montana var. grandiflora is one of the Montana Group.
Description
A climber with loads of flowers
We are just mad about them. The pale pink flowers of this Clematis montana "Rubens" in a nursery pot, that is. The clematis "Rubens" grows quickly and produces lots of little flowers. It is a real climber and can reach five metres in height. It can always use a helping hand to get further. Plant the clematis near a wall or divider, or have it grow along a pergola. In order for the plant to grow upwards, it needs to be secured. It is easily done using a rope, wire, or anything similar. The clematis will thrive in a spacious pot on the patio, roof terrace or balcony. For full growth, we recommend using three plants per metre.The "Rubens" begins blooming in the spring. The clematis is deciduous, so it loses its leaves in the winter. Cold temperatures are no problem for this winter-hardy climber. Pruning is not necessary. However, dead and damaged twigs should be removed. The clematis grows in humus-rich, moisture-retaining soil. Water it regularly to keep the soil moist. It's best to give them extra water during dry periods. And they need sufficient light in order to grow well. The clematis grows best in full or half sun.
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