Clematis Flowering Vine (Beautiful Climbing Plant For Garden)
Clematis is a magnificent flowering vine known for its spectacular blooms and climbing habit. Originally from temperate regions but now thriving in Indian gardens, Clematis has become a favourite among garden enthusiasts for its ability to transform vertical spaces with cascades of colourful flowers. The plant features woody stems that climb using leaf tendrils, reaching impressive heights when supported. The star-shaped flowers come in various colours, including purple, pink, white, and blue, creating a dramatic visual impact in any garden. Clematis is perfect for covering walls, fences, arches, and trellises, adding both height and colour to your outdoor space. In Indian home gardens, it performs well in areas with morning sun and afternoon shade, making it suitable for many garden locations across the country.
Product Specifications
- Plant Type: Perennial Flowering Vine
- Other Names: Traveller's Joy, Virgin's Bower, Leather Flower, Climbing Beauty
- Light Requirement: Partial shade to full sun (morning sun and afternoon shade ideal)
- Watering Needs: Moderate, regular watering
- Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast
- Maximum Height: 2-3 meters when fully grown
- Ideal Location: Garden walls, fences, trellises, pergolas
- Flowering Season: Spring to Summer (February to June in most Indian regions)
- Flower Colours: Purple/Lavender (may vary based on variety)
- Benefits: Ornamental value, vertical gardening, space utilization
- Best Season to Plant: Early monsoon or early spring in India
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
Care and Tips
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water deeply once or twice weekly.
- Light: Plant where roots are shaded but vines receive sunlight. Morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.
- Support: Provide trellis, fence or support structure for climbing.
- Pruning: Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth.
- Mulching: Apply organic mulch to keep roots cool and retain moisture.
- Fertilizer: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring and after first flowering.
- Winter Care: Mulch well in North Indian winters to protect roots from frost.
Technical Details
- Pot Size: 6 inches,15 cm diameter
- Plant Height (with pot): 12-16 inches, 30-40 cm (initial height)
- Plant Width: 8-10 inches, 20-25 cm
- Weight: Approximately 900 grams (0.9 kg)
- Growing Medium: Premium potting mix with coco peat and organic matter
- Pot Material: Recyclable plastic nursery pot
- Shipping Information: Carefully packed to ensure safe delivery across India
- Age of Plant: 6-8 months old, well-established
- Package Dimensions: 16 × 16 × 20 inches, 40 × 40 × 50 cm
Note: This plant is shipped in its nursery pot. Decorative pots shown in images are for display purposes only and not included with purchase. Actual plant appearance may vary slightly depending on age, season, and growing conditions. Flowers may not be present at time of delivery, depending on the season.