Plant guide

Anemone clematis.

Clematis montana

Pronounced klem-AH-tis mon-TAH-nah

Also known as Himalayan Clematis

This vigorous climber is famous for its massive display of spring flowers. It quickly covers walls, fences, or pergolas with a blanket of blooms. It is a fantastic choice if you want to add height and drama to your garden.

At a glance

Care level: Moderate
Plant type: Deciduous climber
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Indoor light: Bright indirect
Water: Every 3 to 7 days
Mature size: 30 feet
Growth rate: Fast

Care

Plant this vine with its roots in the shade and its stems in the sun. Keep an eye out for wilt or leaf spots, which can signal fungal issues. Provide a sturdy trellis for it to climb as it grows quite large.

Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged.
Feeding: Apply a balanced fertilizer during the active growing season.
Pruning: Prune lightly immediately after flowering to maintain shape.
Repotting: Repot only if the plant becomes rootbound in its container.
Soil: Well drained, fertile, moist soil
Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline

Safety

Pets: This plant is considered toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.

How to identify it

Vigorous woody climbing vine
Trifoliate dark green leaves
Abundant four petaled spring flowers
Flowers often have vanilla scent

Science

Family: Ranunculaceae
Genus: Clematis
Order: Ranunculales
Class: Magnoliopsida

Taxonomy resolved against GBIF.

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