Climbing Clematis On Fence

Growing climbing perennials can be a great way to hide unsightly features in the landscape.

Climbing clematis on fence.

The evergreen vines train easily. When it comes to perennials with big flower power growing climbing clematis is near the top of the list. Create a fragrant hideaway with roses that climb six to 12 feet. This vining perennial has loads of big flower power.

Lush and velvety they come in dozens of colors including coral america cheerful yellow golden shower and many more in pink white and red. And it is perfect for adding long term interest to arbors trellises and fence lines. Grow them near a pergola alongside a front porch or let them liven up the look of a fence. Clematis clematis helps you take advantage of the vertical space in your garden by climbing trellises trees or fences and bringing pops of color to bland areas.

Read our advice on how to train wall climbers and shrubs below. For large walls and long fences try vines and creepers. Clematis clematis spp is a genus so varied that a gardener could fill every available garden space with creeping climbing or sprawling vines and not have two alike. Good climbers for fences include clematis passion flowers and smaller climbing roses such as blush noisette and buff beauty which bloom low down where you can enjoy them.

With that in mind here are 3 excellent choices for climbing perennials along with planting tips for each variety.