Overview
Clematis smilacifolia is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Clematis smilacifolia grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include climbers, walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, containers and mixed borders.
About
Clematis smilacifolia is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family Ranunculaceae. It usually grows on the margins of woodland areas and is native to tropical and subtropical Asia. Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is fully hardy throughout the UK (RHS H7). It works well for climbers, walls, fences, obelisks, pergolas, trees, containers and mixed borders. It tolerates soil of any pH, moist but well-drained conditions and north-facing, south-facing, east-facing and west-facing aspects. Plant in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, with the roots and base of the plant kept cool and shaded by other planting or a layer of pebbles. Grow in full sun or partial shade. See clematis cultivation.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Clematis
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- 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
- H7
Plant details
Clematis smilacifolia 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 smilacifolia
- 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 smilacifolia?
Clematis smilacifolia prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis smilacifolia need?
Clematis smilacifolia is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Clematis smilacifolia hardy in the UK?
Clematis smilacifolia has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Clematis smilacifolia?
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)