Description
Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ is a cultivar of the Clematis genus, which is part of the Ranunculaceae family. It is highly valued for its profuse display of fragrant pink flowers that bloom in the late spring. The flowers of Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ are typically around 7cm in diameter and have a soft pink color with a darker center. They appear in clusters and create a stunning display against the green foliage. Overall, Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ is a popular and attractive choice for adding both color and fragrance to a garden or landscape. Its fast growth rate, stunning flowers, and pleasant fragrance make it a great option for quickly covering unsightly walls or structures while also providing a lovely sensory experience.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Clematis ‘Fragrant Spring’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ can grow to a height of 10m and a spread of 4m.
- Did You Know That:In Victorian times, clematis was known as the “queen of climbers” and was a popular choice for trellises and arbors.
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.
Best Position
Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’is an early flowering clematis which do not require any pruning but if necessary should be pruned after flowering, this is because the flowers are produced on previous years growth so pruning immediately after flowering allows plenty of growth to come through before the end of the growing season. This growth will then produce flowers the following year!
Pest, Diseases and Wildlife
Clematis montana ‘Fragrant Spring’ can have problems with aphids, snails and caterpillars., it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as clematis wilt. It is toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
