Description
Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ is a magnificent cultivar of the Clematis genus, renowned for its imposing presence and ornamental beauty. As a large, vigorous climber that can reach up to 6 meters in height, it commands attention with its striking display of bronzed foliage that gracefully accentuates its form. But what makes Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ truly unique is its semi-double flowers, which bloom in late spring and early summer. These remarkable flowers are a true marvel of nature, featuring a mesmerizing blend of narrow pink and cream petals that are generously produced in abundance. With every blossom, the plant radiates an aura of timeless elegance and understated beauty. As a deciduous vine, Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ can be trained to climb walls, trellises, or arbors, making it a versatile and dynamic addition to any garden or landscape. 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.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Clematis ‘Marjorie’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ can grow to a height of 7m and a spread of 3m.
- Did You Know That:Some clematis varieties are known for their fragrance, which can range from sweet to spicy?
Plant Calendar
A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.
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J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ 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 ‘Marjorie’ can handle either an exposed or a sheltered position and can cope with either full sun or partial shade.
Maintenance
Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’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 ‘Marjorie’ 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.