Overview
Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) 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 'Herbert Johnson' is a deciduous climbing cultivar within the Clematis genus, known for its twining leaf stalks that support its growth. This cultivar 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. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for planting against walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, or in containers and mixed borders. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, reflecting the genus's characteristic prominent flowers during these periods.
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 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) 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 'Herbert Johnson' (EL)
- 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 'Herbert Johnson' (EL)?
Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) need?
Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) 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 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) hardy in the UK?
Clematis 'Herbert Johnson' (EL) 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 'Herbert Johnson' (EL)?
Cuttings, Layering, Seed.
More in the Clematis genus
- Clematis 'Albiflora' (A)
- Clematis 'Amanda Marie' (Vt)
- Clematis 'Andante' (I)
- Clematis 'Anna' (EL)
- Clematis 'Annette's Seedling'
- Clematis 'Apricot Star' (M)
- Clematis 'Basilisk'
- Clematis 'Betty Risdon' (EL)