Overview
Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) 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 'Little Pinkie' is a deciduous climbing cultivar within the Clematis genus, which includes a diverse range of shrubs and perennials often valued for their prominent flowers and twining leaf stalks. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for various garden aspects and exposures, including north- and south-facing sites. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H5, 'Little Pinkie' is ideal for training on walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, and in mixed borders, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer.
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 'Little Pinkie' (M) 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 'Little Pinkie' (M)
- 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 'Little Pinkie' (M)?
Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) need?
Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) 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 'Little Pinkie' (M) hardy in the UK?
Clematis 'Little Pinkie' (M) 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 'Little Pinkie' (M)?
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)