Overview
Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (EL) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (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 'Matka Teresa' is a deciduous climbing cultivar within the Clematis genus, known for its twining leaf stalks that support its growth. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and can be grown on walls, fences, pergolas, or in mixed borders. This cultivar prefers moist but well-drained soil, including chalk, clay, loam, or sand, with a neutral to alkaline pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is best planted with its roots kept cool and shaded. 'Matka Teresa' offers seasonal interest in spring and summer, typical of many Clematis cultivars.
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 'Matka Teresa' (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 'Matka Teresa' (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 'Matka Teresa' (EL)?
Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (EL) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (EL) need?
Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (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 'Matka Teresa' (EL) hardy in the UK?
Clematis 'Matka Teresa' (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 'Matka Teresa' (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)