Overview
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include climbers, walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, containers and mixed borders.
About
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) is a deciduous climbing cultivar within the Clematis genus, known for its variety of shrubs and perennials that often produce prominent flowers. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to various soil types, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided the soil is moist but well-drained. Suitable for planting against walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, containers, or in mixed borders, this cultivar benefits from having its roots and base kept cool and shaded. It is hardy in the UK (H5) and flowers in spring and summer.
About the genus
Clematis is a genus of about 380 species within the buttercup family, Ranunculaceae. Their garden hybrids and cultivars have been popular among gardeners, beginning with Clematis 'Jackmanii', a garden staple since 1862. More cultivars are being produced constantly, mainly of Chinese and Japanese origin.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Clematis
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- North-facing, South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Climbers, Walls, Fences, Obelisks, Pergolas, Trees, Containers, Mixed borders
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A)
- Propagation
- Cuttings, Layering, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Capsid bugs, Caterpillars, Earwigs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildew, Clematis wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A)?
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) need?
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) hardy in the UK?
Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Clematis 'Golden Dream'PBR (A)?
Cuttings, Layering, Seed.
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- Clematis 'Fairydust' (Vt)
- Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL)