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Clematis 'The President' - 3 litre pot

Clematis 'The President'

£15.99
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£15.99

3 litre pot

Classic, reliable, and undeniably striking—Clematis 'The President' delivers regal colour all season long. Its large, purple-blue flowers keep returning from late spring into early autumn, giving your garden a boost of rich colour with very little maintenance. Whether in pots, borders, or climbing structures, this clematis adds stately beauty in all the right places.
  • Repeat flowering
  • Deep purple-blue colour
  • Compact and manageable size
  • Easy to train and maintain

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  • Aspect

    Full sun to partial shade

  • Hardiness

    Fully hardy

  • Flowers

    May, June, July, September

  • Soil type

    Moist, fertile, well-drained soil

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  • Why we like this plant

    For a reliable, no-fuss clematis with classic charm, 'The President' is a top contender. Its luxurious purple-blue blooms add an elegant touch to garden structures, and its repeat flowering means you get colour for months. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, this variety brings consistent beauty with minimal effort. Great in borders, pots, or trained up a wall.

  • About this plant

    Clematis 'The President' is a classic, large-flowered clematis known for its deep purple-blue blooms and striking central stamens. This deciduous climber produces flowers from late spring through early autumn, offering a long season of bold colour. Its medium vigour and upright habit make it suitable for growing in containers, on trellises, or scrambling through shrubs. It's a reliable performer, beloved by gardeners for its rich hue and consistent flowering.

  • Key features

    • Large purple-blue flowers with wavy edges
    • Long flowering season
    • Suited to containers or small spaces
    • Excellent cut flower potential
    • Strong visual impact on fences and trellises

  • Eventual height and
    spread

    Height: 200–300cm | Spread: 100–150cm

  • Growth
    habit

    Moderately vigorous climber that twines with support, ideal for fences, arches, or containers.

  • Moisture

    Moist but well-drained

  • Position in
    the Garden

    Perfect for trellises, pergolas, or scrambling through shrubs

Planting guide

Plant with the crown 5–8cm below the soil surface to reduce risk of clematis wilt. Ensure good drainage and provide a support. Shade the base with mulch or low plants to keep roots cool.

Care tips

Prune in February to encourage fresh growth. Feed in early spring and again after the first flush of blooms. Water regularly in dry spells and apply mulch annually.

Winter care

Fully hardy. Prune in late winter or early spring (Group 2) to a pair of strong buds just above ground level. Mulch annually to retain moisture and protect the base.