Planting clematis in the garden – tips for the flowering climber

Clematis, also called grapevine, is a beautifully flowering climbing plant that loops around trees, pergolas, trellises and house facades. Its bloom makes the plant particularly attractive and is therefore popular with many. who Planting clematis in the garden should consider a few things. Which planting time, which depth, which soil conditions are the right ones? You can find the answers to these questions here.

Planting clematis in the garden – varieties and location

The clematis varieties are over three hundred and are divided into different groups – spring bloomers (such as the alpine, mountain and anemone clematis), autumn bloomers, wild species, hybrids with different vigor. The game species are considered to be particularly robust. The best time to plant clematis is spring or the months of August – September. Find a sunny, but not hot, location. A house wall facing west is ideal. The climbing plant likes to have its “foot” in the shade and the “head” in the sun, so you can shade the lower 30-50 cm of the clematis with perennials such as hostas and purple bells. A layer of mulch about 10 cm high is also a good idea.

Planting clematis in the garden – soil and hole depth

Clematis prefer a light, well-drained, humus-rich soil with even soil moisture. If it’s too heavy, sand can be used to improve it. If the soil is too light – add rock flour. Dig a large hole to plant the clematis. Moisten the root ball well and plant it about 10 centimeters below the surface of the earth. Two pairs of buds should lie in the ground because they have a reserve function. If the clematis is damaged, the plant can sprout again from these eyes. You shouldn’t fertilize the clematis in late summer.

Clematis variety Sweet Autumn

beautifies the garden fence

the climbing plant absolutely needs a climbing aid

Clematis and Dahlias

decorates the pergola

loops on the garden fence