Clematis tangutica
Best climbing vine for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting seasonal color.
Discover the Clematis tangutica, a stunning climbing vine that brings vibrant color to your garden. This plant produces large, enchanting yellow bell-shaped flowers that bloom from mid-summer into early fall. Its flowers eventually transform into intricate seed heads, offering extended visual interest. Ideal for trellises, walls, or containers, it thrives in full sun while its roots prefer shade. This versatile perennial vine adds a joyful and colorful display to any landscape, promising beauty throughout the warmer months.
$21.95
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Price vs Category Average
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Item Form
1
/ -Quart
Who it's for
- Homeowners managing low-maintenance or harsh climate garden landscapes
- Landscape designers wanting vibrant color throughout the late summer months
- Gardeners seeking visual interest during the dormant winter season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners preferring the dramatic impact of large-flowered hybrid varieties
- Minimalist gardeners wanting low-maintenance, slow-growing climbing plants
- Beginners intimidated by strict seasonal pruning and maintenance schedules
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Extended flowering window provides consistent color from mid-summer through early fall.
Hardiness Range
Exceptional adaptability across zones two through nine ensures widespread regional success.
Vertical Versatility
Thrives on trellises or walls, maximizing garden space with its climbing habit.
Seasonal Interest
Intricate seed heads offer visual appeal long after the flowers fade.
Container Suitability
Compact width allows for manageable growth in pots and smaller garden spaces.
Maintenance Ease
Blooms on new wood, simplifying pruning requirements for consistent annual performance.
Key Specs
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
13 Feet
Mature Width
3 Feet
Bloom Color
Yellow
Foliage Color
Medium Green
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Part Shade
Hardiness Zones
2-9
Shipping Restrictions
GU, HI, PR, VI
Features
- Large, bell-shaped yellow flowers
- Blooms on new wood for continuous flowering
- Attractive seed heads add seasonal interest
- Versatile climber for trellises and walls
- Suitable for container gardening
- Extended bloom time from mid-summer to fall
- Perennial for long-term garden beauty
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and reliability of the Clematis tangutica. Plants arrive healthy and establish quickly, offering vigorous growth and a profusion of unique yellow flowers year after year. This variety proves to be a trustworthy, long lasting addition, delivering excellent garden impact that justifies the investment. The consensus confirms this clematis is a high quality, dependable choice for vertical interest, making it a standout performer.
Know before you buy
As a vigorous climber reaching up to 13 feet, this vine requires a sturdy trellis, fence, or wall to support its growth. Ensure your structure is securely anchored to handle the weight of the plant as it matures.
Yes, it is suitable for container gardening. Use a large pot with high-quality drainage and provide a trellis or support system within the container for the vine to climb.
Clematis tangutica thrives in full sun but prefers its roots to be shaded. You can achieve this by planting low-growing perennials or shrubs at the base of the vine, or by placing a layer of mulch around the root zone to keep the soil cool and moist.
Because this clematis blooms on new wood, it is best pruned in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. You can cut the stems back significantly to encourage fresh, vigorous growth and continuous flowering throughout the season.
Yes, this is a highly hardy perennial suitable for zones 2 through 9. It is exceptionally cold-tolerant and will return year after year even in regions with harsh winters.
Once the yellow bell-shaped flowers fade, they develop into intricate, feathery seed heads. These add a unique, decorative texture to your garden that persists well into the fall.
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