Clematis Florida Plena

Clematis florida var. flore-pleno 'Plena' is a distinctive climbing clematis with fully double flowers in creamy green to greenish white. The layered blooms are approximately 7.5–9 cm across and provide a long display from spring into late autumn in Australian specialist references. Growing approximately 1.8–2.4 m high, it can be trained on a trellis or fence, or grown in a substantial patio container with reliable support.

Key features

• Botanical name: Clematis florida var. flore-pleno 'Plena'
• Plant type: perennial climbing clematis
• Foliage: semi-evergreen to deciduous, depending on climate
• Mature height: approximately 1.8–2.4 m
• Flower colour: creamy green to greenish white
• Flower form: fully double
• Flower size: approximately 7.5–9 cm
• Flowering season: spring to late autumn in Australian references
• Position: full sun to light or partial shade
• Soil: fertile, moist but well-drained, with a cool root zone
• Container suitability: suitable for a substantial container with support

Growing in Australia

Australian specialist guidance places the flowering period from spring to late autumn, although exact timing will vary with climate and care. Choose sun to light shade and keep the roots cool and moist while allowing excess water to drain. Mature height is approximately 1.8–2.4 m, so install a sturdy trellis or fence at planting. Its foliage may remain partly evergreen or become deciduous depending on local winter conditions. Pruning classifications differ between references, so avoid an automatic hard prune.

Care tips

Water deeply and regularly during active growth, particularly for container plants. Mulch or underplant to keep the root zone cool, leaving the crown clear. Feed during active growth according to the label of a fertiliser for flowering climbers. Pruning advice varies for this plant; observe its local growth response and prune lightly after flowering to remove damaged or tangled stems rather than cutting the whole plant hard.

Best uses

• Trellises
• Fences
• Patio display
• Substantial containers with support

Purchase note

Available from Summer Garden. Product availability and plant size may vary by season.

FAQs

How tall does Clematis florida Plena grow?

It reaches approximately 1.8–2.4 m when given climbing support.

What do the flowers look like?

They are fully double, creamy green to greenish white, and approximately 7.5–9 cm across.

How should Clematis florida Plena be pruned?

Because pruning classifications differ between references, observe local growth and prune lightly after flowering rather than applying an automatic hard prune.