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Clematis 'The Vagabond'

'The Vagabond' Clematis

'The Vagabond' Clematis

Format

Exposure

  • Sun

Rusticity

4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

Bloom time

  • June
  • September

  • Climbing plant
  • Pink flowers
  • Spring flowering
  • Summer flowering
  • Climber that remains relatively small.

The Clematis "The Vagabond" is a spectacular flowering climbing plant that will add a touch of romance and charm to your garden. Its large, star-shaped blue and purple flowers attract attention and butterflies, creating a fairytale atmosphere. This robust plant is ideal for trellises, pergolas, and fences, and it can also be grown in pots.

Spectacular Bloom:

  • The Clematis "The Vagabond" blooms abundantly from late spring to early fall.
  • Its large blue and purple flowers, sometimes veined with white, measure up to 6 inches (105 cm) in diameter.
  • They emit a delicate, sweet fragrance that attracts butterflies and bees.

Robust and Easy to Grow:

  • This vigorous clematis grows quickly and can reach a height of 2 to 3 meters.
  • It prefers fertile, well-drained, and cool soil and appreciates a sunny or semi-shaded location.
  • Clematis 'The Vagabond' is relatively easy to cultivate and requires little maintenance.

Clematis "The Vagabond" belongs to pruning group 2Clematis in group 2 flower on both the previous year's growth and the new shoots of the current year. Therefore, they require light pruning to encourage flowering.

  • Lightly prune the plant after the first flush of blooms (typically June or July) to remove spent flowers and encourage new growth.
  • Prune again in late winter or early spring (before new growth begins) to remove dead or damaged branches.

    Perfect for Beautifying Your Trellises, Pergolas, and Fences:

    • Clematis 'The Vagabond' is ideal for covering trellises, pergolas, fences, and walls.
    • It can also be planted in a pot on a terrace or balcony.
    • Its spectacular flowers and delicate fragrance make it a choice decorative element for creating a romantic and refined atmosphere in your garden.

    Growing Tips:

    • Soil: Plant Clematis 'The Vagabond' in fertile, well-drained, and cool soil.
    • Exposure: Place it in a sunny or semi-shaded location.
    • Watering: Water regularly, especially during the first year of growth and in times of drought.
    • Pruning: Prune lightly after each flowering to stimulate regrowth and maintain a harmonious shape.
    • Wintering: Protect the base of the plant with a thick mulch in winter, especially in cold regions.

    Plant details

    Dimensions

    Spacing
    60 - 72 in.
    Spread
    60 - 72 in.
    Height
    60 - 72 in.

    Characteristics

    Habit:

    • Climbing

    Flowering colours:

    • Purple Blue

    Plant needs

    Watering:

    • Allow to dry well between waterings

    Maintenance:

    • Maintenance pruning
    • Use of mulch to protect from winter

    Soil requirement:

    • Well-drained soil
    • Rich
    • Fresh

    Features

    Resistance:

    • Cold

    Attract:

    • Butterflies

    Use:

    • Wall
    • Trellis
    • Open ground
    • Potted
    • Flowerbed

    Attribute:

    • Double flowering plant

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