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Clematis Montana Elizabeth 3ft Cane 3L Clematis Montana
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Description
Add romance, fragrance, and early-season colour to your garden with Clematis montana ‘Elizabeth’, a much-loved classic that bursts into a spectacular display each spring. From April to May, it produces masses of soft shell-pink, four-petalled flowers with a delicate vanilla fragrance, creating a stunning curtain of colour across walls, fences, or pergolas. Its bronze-tinted young foliage matures to rich green, providing attractive contrast throughout the season.
Supplied in a 3L pot and trained on a 3ft cane, it establishes quickly and is ideal for adding vertical charm and natural beauty to any outdoor space.
– Profuse, shell-pink flowers with golden centres in spring.
– Sweet vanilla scent fills the garden from April to May.
– Quickly covers walls, arches, pergolas, and fences.
– Bronze-tinged new leaves maturing to lush green.
– A reliable, easy-to-grow Clematis for lasting impact.
Position: Full sun or partial shade; thrives in a sunny, sheltered position.
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
Watering: Keep well-watered during establishment and in dry weather.
Feeding: Use a balanced fertiliser in spring to support strong growth.
Pruning: Group 1 Clematis – prune lightly after flowering to tidy and control growth.
Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK.
Q: When does Clematis ‘Elizabeth’ flower?
A: From April to May, covering itself in fragrant soft pink blooms.
Q: How tall does it grow?
A: Typically reaches 6–8m (20–26ft), ideal for large spaces or vertical structures.
Q: Is it scented?
A: Yes – it has a lovely vanilla fragrance that attracts bees and pollinators.
Q: Is it evergreen?
A: No, it’s deciduous, losing its leaves in winter before bursting back into growth in spring.
Q: Does it need pruning?
A: Only light pruning after flowering to shape and maintain size.
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Step 1
Root Grow & Fertiliser
Ensure you buy root grow and fertiliser with your plants at the time of purchase
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Step 2
Prepare Your Planting Area
Make sure your planting area is in good condition and suitable for planting
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Step 3
Plant & Feed
Plant with root grow & the second feed. Support plants if necessary. Water regularly