Evergreen Clematis - Monrovia
Best privacy solution for gardeners seeking fragrant, year-round vertical greenery.
This striking Evergreen Clematis vine offers a quick solution for covering patios, trellises, or arbors, providing excellent privacy screening. It features large, leathery green leaves throughout the year, complemented by abundant clusters of fragrant, star-like white blooms in the spring. Due to its lovely fragrance, it is best planted near outdoor living spaces where it can be fully appreciated. While it grows vigorously, it is not recommended for container planting. This plant thrives with consistent moisture and partial shade conditions, making it a beautiful, low-maintenance addition to the landscape.
$24.99
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Category Rank
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#864 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-10%
Below average
Mature Height
25
/ feet
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking year-round structure and winter color
- Early bloom enthusiasts wanting fragrant spring garden interest
- Homeowners needing fast-growing coverage for fences or walls
Who should skip it
- Gardeners living in regions with harsh winter climates
- Low-maintenance gardeners preferring plants that require minimal pruning
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for inexpensive nursery stock
Performance breakdown
Privacy Screening
Dense foliage creates an effective, fast-growing barrier for outdoor living spaces.
Aesthetic Appeal
Fragrant star-like blooms and leathery leaves provide year-round visual interest.
Growth Rate
Vigorous climbing habit covers trellises and arbors with impressive speed.
Maintenance Ease
Requires consistent moisture but remains low-effort once established in the landscape.
Versatility
Limited by its incompatibility with containers and specific hardiness zone requirements.
Wildlife Attraction
Reliably draws birds to the garden, enhancing the local ecosystem.
Key Specs
Mature Height
25 feet
Light Needs
Partial Shade
Bloom Time
Spring
Foliage Color
Green
Flower Color
White
Growth Rate
Fast
Hardiness Zone
7
Features
- Provides quick, dense cover for structures like trellises and arbors
- Produces fragrant, star-like white flowers in spring
- Features large, leathery evergreen foliage for year-round interest
- Excellent for use as a privacy screen
- Attracts birds
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Evergreen Clematis upon arrival. Reviewers frequently note the plants are robust, well rooted, and larger than expected, justifying the premium price point. The primary theme is reliability; once planted, the clematis establishes quickly and provides reliable, year round foliage, meeting expectations for an evergreen variety. This strong performance and vigor make it a highly valued addition to the garden.
Know before you buy
No, this plant is not recommended for container planting. It is a vigorous grower that requires the space and consistent moisture of the ground to thrive.
Since this plant reaches a mature height of 25 feet and grows quite rapidly, you should provide a sturdy, large-scale structure like a trellis, arbor, or fence to support its weight and spread.
No, the Evergreen Clematis actually prefers partial shade. It will perform best in a location that offers protection from the intense afternoon sun.
It is considered evergreen in its recommended hardiness zone of 7 and above. In these zones, you can expect the leathery green foliage to remain throughout the year.
Yes, the fragrant, star-like white blooms are known to attract birds, making it a great choice if you are looking to bring more wildlife into your outdoor space.
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