Clematis 'Gillian Blades'

Choose Clematis 'Gillian Blades' for clean, bright flowers and a manageable size. This compact, deciduous climber produces large single blooms with pure white sepals and golden stamens.

Early flowers can show a light blue tint, adding subtle variation. It flowers in late spring and again in late autumn, giving you colour at two key points in the season.

• Height: 2.5–3m
• Spread: 1–1.5m
• Position: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Moist but well-drained soil
• Flowering period: Late spring and late autumn

Key Features

• Large white flowers 15–20cm across
• Crimped petal margins add texture
• Golden stamens create strong contrast
• Compact climber suited to smaller spaces

Wildlife Benefits

• Open flowers allow access for bees and pollinators
• Supports insects during key flowering periods
• Climbing habit provides light shelter for wildlife

Plant it with other climbers to extend flowering times. Do you have enough plants blooming in both spring and autumn?

Planting Tips

• Plant with roots shaded and growth in sun or light shade
• Provide support such as a trellis or obelisk
• Water regularly while establishing
• Mulch to keep roots cool and moist
• Prune lightly after the first flowering to encourage a second flush

Place it where the white flowers stand out against darker backgrounds. This helps the blooms remain visible even at a distance.