Clematis 'The President'

Common name: Clematis 'The President'

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Description

Clematis 'The President' is a reliable deciduous climber valued for its large, single star-shaped flowers that typically exhibit a rich purple-blue hue with prominent yellow anthers. It is well-suited for growing against fences, trellises, or walls, providing a splash of striking colour during its flowering period from late spring to early summer.

This variety can reach a moderate height and spread, making it a versatile choice for many garden spaces. It prefers a sunny or partially shaded position with well-drained soil and benefits from pruning to maintain shape and encourage robust flowering each year.

Plant information

Genus	Clematis
Species	To be confirmed
Cultivar	The President
Plant type	Climber
Foliage	Deciduous
Height	200-400 cm
Spread	150-300 cm
Growth rate	Moderate
Hardiness	Fully Hardy
Toxicity (Guide Only)	Safe
Last listed	2026-07-04

Position

Full SunPart Shade

Flower colour

Purple

Flowering months

MayJun

Season of interest

SpringSummer

Features

Bee FriendlyButterfly FriendlyPollinator FriendlySuitable for PotsLow MaintenanceRHS AGM

Soil

LoamWell DrainedAcidNeutralAlkaline

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