Overview
Clematis vitalba is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Clematis, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 4-8 metres tall and 2.5-4 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Clematis vitalba grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Clematis
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Clematis vitalba size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 4-8 metres
- Spread
- 2.5-4 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Clematis vitalba?
Clematis vitalba prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Clematis vitalba need?
Clematis vitalba 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 to well-drained.
How big does Clematis vitalba grow?
Clematis vitalba reaches a height of 4-8 metres and a spread of 2.5-4 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
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)
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