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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In the garden
Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana 'Wyevale' sits within the Ranunculaceae and is grown as a Clematis climber prized for its sustained display from May to September. The extended flowering window means it contributes colour over much of the gardening season and can be relied upon to provide blooms when many other plants are past their peak. As a climber it performs as part of the vertical layer in a garden; train stems onto a trellis, arch or pergola so flowers are held where they can be seen. Protecting the root area with mulch or a low ground cover helps maintain cool, even moisture around the base while the stems rise above. Tie in shoots loosely to avoid constriction as stems grow. This cultivar suits locations where a long run of flowers on vertical structure is wanted — over fences, beside doorways or climbing through mixed borders. Because its main attribute is season length, place it where the ongoing display can be appreciated from paths or seating areas rather than tucked away out of sight. Expect regular flowering from May through September to give prolonged interest on trained stems.
Plant details
Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana 'Wyevale' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber
From the Fenn Plants journal
- Notes on DaffodilsWhen to plant daffodil bulbs in the UK, how deep, how to naturalise them in grass, why daffodils stop flowering (“blindness”), and why you should never mix cut daffodils with other flowers.
- Keeping Your NerveHow to garden through a heatwave — the best time to water, why deep soaks beat daily sprinkles, caring for pots and vulnerable plants, and why you can let the lawn go brown.
- Made to LastHow to clean, store and protect garden pots and planters — the frost-proof vs frost-resistant difference, winter care for terracotta and ceramic, and how to reuse a broken pot.
More in the Clematis genus
- Clematis 'Fukuzono' (I)
- Clematis douglasiiChaparral Clematis
- Clematis heracleifoliatube clematis
- Clematis heracleifolia var. davidianatube clematis
- Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana 'Campanile'Tube Clematis
- Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana 'Crépuscule'Tube Clematis
- Clematis heracleifolia var. davidiana 'Côte d'Azur'Tube Clematis
- Clematis integrifoliasolitary clematis
