The following varieties are suitable for the garden. They are reliable, easy to grow and multi-blooming, usually over a long period.
The Guernsey Clematis Nursery has bred and introduced these varieties over a few years. They have proved to be a good addition to any garden.
The Chelsea feature for 2008 and named after Raymond Evison’s eldest daughter. Clematis Rebecca has very large stunningly, bright red (almost scarlet) spring flowers, some 6-7 inches (15 -18cm) in diameter, offset by creamy/yellow anthers. It is exceptionally free-flowering and the plant is covered with nicely shaped full flowers with overlapping sepals. It has a good repeat flowering habit. This clematis is ideal for growing through other wall trained tree or shrubs. Due to its deep colour, it contrasts well with grey foliage shrubs.
Flowering | early - late summer |
Zone | 4-9 |
Height | 2 - 2.5m (8ft) |
Pruning | 2 |
Clematis grown in containers are a beautiful way to add height to a patio or courtyard garden. Choose a container 18" (45cm) approx. diameter for a single clematis plant plus support. For larger containers consider planting two or more plants per container. When choosing a container, Terracotta or wood are the best materials.
Alternatively, choose a host plant and dig a hole about 18 inches (45cm) deep.