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Why we like this plant
Clematis ‘Nelly Moser’ brings dramatic flair with its iconic pink-striped blooms that feel both classic and romantic. It's easy to grow, thrives in cooler UK gardens, and keeps your vertical features beautifully colourful twice each year—perfect if you're after runners-up to your rambling roses or extra height over a pergola.
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About this plant
A stunning hardy climbing vine, Clematis ‘Nelly Moser’ is celebrated for its dramatic bi‑coloured blooms—pale pink petals edged and streaked with deeper rose‑pink—that can reach up to 20 cm across. Flowering first in late spring and again in late summer, this vigorous plant rewards with two impressive displays each year. It’s easy to grow and perfect for adding height and charm to any garden, trellis, or container.
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Key features
- Large star-shaped bicolour flowers up to 20 cm wide
- Reblooming: spring and late summer
- Vigorous climber reaching 150–300 cm
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Award of Garden Merit winner by RHS
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Eventual height and
spreadHeight: 150–300 cm | Spread: 50–100 cm
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Growth
habitA vigorous, twining climber that will quickly scale supports or weave through shrubs, adding vertical drama and floral interest.
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Moisture
Moderate — keep evenly moist, avoiding waterlogging
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Position in
the GardenFull sun to partial shade (best with root shade and flowering top in sun)
Planting guide
Position with roots shaded by groundcover or bark mulch while giving the top of the plant full or partial sun. Provide a sturdy support such as a trellis, arbor, or pergola. Plant in spring once soil warms up or in autumn while dormant.
Care tips
Clematis ‘Nelly Moser’ is undemanding provided its roots stay cool and moist. Water regularly during dry spells and apply a balanced feed in early spring and after the first flowering. Prune in late winter or early spring by removing dead or weak growth, and lightly trim after the first flush to encourage the second bloom.
Winter care
Cut back dead stems in late winter; once dormant, mulch around the base to protect roots and retain moisture.