Clematis Varieties For Zone 4 Growing Clematis In Zone 4 Gardens

Listed below are additional clematis varieties for zone 4.

Chevalier – large lavender-purple blooms.
Rebecca – bright red blooms.
Princess Diana – dark pink, tulip shaped flowers.
Niobe – deep red flowers.
Nelly Moser – light pink flowers with a dark pink-red stripes down each petal.
Josephine – double lilac-pink flowers.

When can I plant clematis in Zone 4?
What is the most hardy clematis?
Which is the easiest clematis to grow?
What is the prettiest clematis?
Can clematis grow in Zone 4?
What kind of trellis is best for clematis?
What month do you plant clematis?
Is Miracle Grow good for clematis?
Will a freeze hurt clematis?
What are the 3 types of clematis?
Does clematis like full sun?
Do clematis grow well in pots?

When can I plant clematis in Zone 4?

ZONE: Most clematis are hardy in zones 4-9. Not sure about your hardiness zone? Check the USDA zone map here. WHEN TO PLANT: Plant bareroot clematis in early spring while the plants are still dormant.

What is the most hardy clematis?

The truly hardy varieties are species such as:

Blue Bird, purplish-blue.
Blue Boy, silvery blue.
Ruby clematis, bell-shaped mauve-red blooms.
White Swan, 5-inch (12.7 cm.) creamy flowers.
Purpurea Plena Elegans, double flowers are lavender blushed with rose and bloom July to September.

Which is the easiest clematis to grow?

As a group, the viticellas are the easiest clematis to grow, wilt-resistant and happy in most soils and in positions, although they prefer sun. Pruning is easy – simply cut back to 12in in late winter.

What is the prettiest clematis?

10 pretty summer clematis to grow

Clematis 'Warszawska Nike' This clematis has velvety purple flowers in late spring to early summer, and autumn. ...
Clematis 'Night Veil' ...
Clematis florida 'Alba Plena' ...
Clematis 'Etoile Violette' ...
Clematis 'Kingfisher' ...
Clematis 'Picardy' ...
Clematis 'Princess Diana' ...
Clematis 'Carmencita'

Can clematis grow in Zone 4?

While not all are considered cold hardy clematis vines, many of the popular varieties of clematis can be grown in zone 4, with the proper care.

What kind of trellis is best for clematis?

1Choose Trellis with the Mature Plant in Mind

Pick wood or metal trellis that matches the expected height of your vine.

What month do you plant clematis?

When to plant

The best time to plant clematis is in spring or early- to mid-autumn, as warm, moist soil at these times of year aids good root establishment.
If you buy a container-grown plant during the summer, plant it as soon as possible and water it regularly.

Is Miracle Grow good for clematis?

Clematis plants are heavy feeders and respond well to constant feeding. Two weeks or so after planting, apply a well-balanced liquid feed fertilizer, such as Fish Emulsion or Miracle-Gro, and continue to do so every 2 weeks from April through the end of July according to label directions.

Will a freeze hurt clematis?

Cold will NOT hurt Clematis, so don't worry about your group 2's and 3's that are still small. No need to cover them as they are hardy perennials.

What are the 3 types of clematis?

Clematis varieties are classified into three groups according to blooming time and characteristics: Group 1 (spring bloomers), Group 2 (repeat bloomers), and Group 3 (summer or fall bloomers). Each group has its own pruning protocol; see Pruning Clematis for detailed information on timing and techniques.

Does clematis like full sun?

Ideally it's a sunny spot. Though some clematis cultivars will bloom in partial shade (such as Nellie Moser and Henryii), to reach their full potential they need at least six hours of sun each day. Clematis prefer moist, well-drained soil that's neutral to slightly alkaline in pH.

Do clematis grow well in pots?

Growing clematis in containers is sometimes essential, whether on terraces, patios, balconies, and so on, or where poor drainage or a high water table makes the soil unsuitable. Clematis demand good drainage, so they are happy in pots, but they won't tolerate drying out in summer.