Clematis, an exceptional drought resistant climber

Clematis

Looking for a drought resistant climber? Meet the Clematis, a fast growing shrub which has very decorative flowers. It is ideal to cover gates, to grow on lattices, and you can even have it in a pot ... with a tutor in the center so that it can grow clearly.

Discover everything about this spectacular plant.

Clematis Kakio

Clematis is the name of a genus of climbing plants that includes about 200 species, and more than 400 cultivars. They are very adaptable and very grateful, being able to grow in all types of terrain, including those that have suffered erosion or extreme droughts. We can find them practically all over the world, as long as they have a mild climate.

Here in Spain we have some, such as the Clematis cirrhosa, very common throughout the Mediterranean region where it relies on ... everything it finds - tree trunks, walls, ... - trying to capture as much sunlight as possible.

Clematis rupel

In cultivation it does not require great care. But it will be very important place it in an area where there is plenty of natural light throughout the day, since they are plants that will not live well in shady areas.

If we talk about irrigation, a Clematis planted in a pot will require more humidity than if it were planted in soil. Thus, if it is in a pot decorating our terrace we will have to water it 2-3 times a week in summer and 1-2 every seven or ten days the rest of the year, if it is in the garden it will be enough to water it about 2 times a week during the first year; From the second, we will only maintain this frequency if the climate is really very dry, with less than 300 liters per year.

clematis vitalba

Clematis have a very fast growth, which can be easily controlled thanks to pruning. You can trim its stems whenever you see it necessary. Oh, and by the way, no known pests or diseases. What more could you want?

Although, yes, it is highly recommended to pay it with a slow release compost during spring and summer, to get a greater number of flowers.

If you have doubts, get in contact us.


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  1.   Maria Elena said

    Hello, I am looking for a climber with flowers and I would like this one. It is to plant on the ground and have shade because I have an iron structure forming a roof precisely so that it can climb! I would like to know if during the winter it loses its leaves so that the sun enters me and in summer I have shade again !! This plant is obtained here in bs as ??? Thank you

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Maria Elena.
      Most species of Clematis are deciduous, especially ornamental ones.
      It is likely that you will find it in your area, but if not on the Internet you will surely find it.
      A greeting.

  2.   Mauricio Ponce said

    I live in Quito-Ecuador, do these plants occur in our climate?
    I would love to have them, what kind of soil do I have to prepare.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello Mauricio.
      Yes, they may be in your zone. They are not demanding with the soil, but it is important that you have good sewer system to prevent the roots from rotting.
      A greeting.

  3.   Rosa. said

    Hi! I have some beautiful jasmine in two large planters (100x40x40 cm. Approx). The problem is that the flowering lasts very little and that is why I had thought about combining it with some clematis. I wanted to ask you what variety you recommend, I wanted one that has a very long flowering to have color all summer, and that withstands the frosts of the Sierra de Madrid. I would also like to combine several colors, although I do not know if the planter will be enough to house more than one clematis in addition to the jasmine. Like how much land does each one need?

    Thank you very much in advance.

    1.    Monica Sanchez said

      Hello rosa.
      I do not recommend putting more vines in the planters. They are good size for jasmine, but if you put another plant more they will "compete" for the nutrients of the soil, and with time one of the two (the weaker) would start to get ugly.
      Although neither of them have invasive roots, those planters would be too small for them.

      Anyway, if you are looking for a Clematis that blooms profusely during the summer, I recommend the Clematis florida 'Sieboldii'.

      A greeting.