Description
Clematis montana ‘Freda’ is a fast-growing climber that can reach up to 7 meters in height. It is highly valued for its beautiful bronze young foliage that matures to a lovely green color as the plant grows. The cultivar produces stunning single flowers in a deep cherry-pink shade, which are around 5 cm across. Each petal has a paler central band and surrounds a boss of cream stamens, creating a beautiful contrast of colors. The flowers bloom in late spring to early summer, providing a striking burst of color to any garden or landscape. As a deciduous vine, Clematis montana ‘Freda’ can be trained to climb walls, trellises, or arbors. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade, and although relatively low-maintenance, regular pruning is necessary to control its growth and encourage flowering. Overall, Clematis montana ‘Freda’ is a popular and attractive choice for adding a stunning deep cherry-pink color and interest to a garden or landscape. Its fast growth rate, beautiful foliage, and striking flowers make it an excellent option for quickly covering unsightly walls or structures while adding a touch of elegance to the outdoor space.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Clematis ‘Freda’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Clematis montana ‘Freda’ can grow to a height of 7m and a spread of 3m.
- Did You Know That:Clematis is a member of the buttercup family and includes over 300 species and thousands of cultivars?
Plant Calendar
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Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Clematis montana ‘Freda’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. This plant is not tolerant of acidic soil, it requires either a neutral or alkaline soil to grow.
Best Position
Clematis montana ‘Freda’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Clematis montana ‘Freda’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 ‘Freda’ 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.
