Clematis ‘Gareths Pride’

Choose Clematis ‘Gareth’s Pride’ for strong colour and reliable performance. This deciduous climber produces deep purple flowers with matching purple stamens, creating a bold and consistent look.

It flowers from May through to September, often with a second flush in late summer, giving you colour across a long season.

• Height: Up to 4m
• Spread: Up to 2m
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Moist, well-drained soil (neutral to slightly alkaline)
• Flowering period: May to September
• Hardiness: RHS H6
• Pruning group: Group 2

Key Features

• Deep purple flowers with matching stamens
• Long flowering period with possible repeat bloom
• Compact climber suitable for smaller spaces
• Strong vertical growth for walls and supports

Wildlife Benefits

• Flowers provide access to bees and pollinators
• Supports nectar-feeding insects over a long season
• Climbing growth offers light shelter for insects

Grow it alongside other flowering plants to extend nectar availability. Are you making full use of vertical space for wildlife?

Planting Tips

• Plant in full sun with roots kept cool and shaded
• Provide support such as a trellis, obelisk, or pergola
• Water regularly during dry periods
• Lightly prune after the first flush to encourage repeat flowering
• Mulch around the base to retain moisture

Design Ideas

• Train over arches, fences, or pergolas for height
• Pair with pale or white flowers for contrast
• Grow in containers with a support frame
• Let it climb through small trees or shrubs for layered planting

Place it where the flower colour stands out against a lighter background. This helps you get the most from its deep tones.