This rare plant, native to much of the western United States, from Washington to Nebraska, has hairy stems reaching up to about half a metre tall, and many hairy, fern-like leaves divided into lance-shaped lobes. The flowers are made up of urn-shaped cups of deep silvery-purple-blue petal-like sepals, which are fuzzy with pointed or rounded tips, rarely white or pinkish sepals, and finally a feathery swirl of seed pods appears, that always attracts as much attention as the flower, this fabulous plant being both unmistakeable and unbeatable. Very few viable seeds collected. ... Learn More

Clematis ianthina, commonly referred to as Purple Clematis or Violet Clematis, is a stunning, climbing perennial vine that brings bold color and vertical interest to gardens. Its elegant, star-shaped flowers, ranging in shades from deep purple to violet, bloom prolifically in mid to late summer, making it a favorite for adding seasonal charm to trellises, fences, and pergolas. The lush green foliage provides an attractive backdrop, enhancing the visual appeal of the vibrant flowers. This low-maintenance climber thrives in well-drained, fertile soils and prefers a mix of full sun and partial ... Learn More

Enormous, (10cm/4" wide), rich magenta flowers bloom freely over a long season on this superb herbaceous, compact to dwarf sized plant. Being relatively compact, it is not as vigorous and uncontrollable as many others of this variety. Almost identical to the famous BOULEVARD 'ACROPOLIS', it is long-lived improving yearly. Very easy to grow, it will make a spectacular statement whether on a trellis or trained up an unsightly shrub. Flower colours may occasionally vary slightly but all will be fabulous. ... Learn More

Masses of small white, star-shaped flowers open with a sweet perfume that some people liken to aniseed. Plant this gem in a sunny position to enhance and savour the scent. This quite rare and herbaceous species, closely related to C. recta, is non-clinging for the first metre or so, but then the leaf stalks begin grasping for nearby support. ... Learn More

One of the easiest-to-grow of all clematis, these flowers open in early spring in colours ranging from pinks to red, and all have the most delicious perfume reminiscent of sweet marshmallows. This seed was collected from all of the different pink cultivars throughout our gardens. ... Learn More

Solid, dense clusters of sizeable, milky white, golden-eyed flowers appear on vigorous climbing stems all summer and into autumn. In autumn attractive silky seed heads appear. This rarely-seen but immensely valuable gem from China, will add value and colour by covering any boring old evergreen shrub or fence. ... Learn More

One of the herbaceous, non-climbing clematis, this is ideal for the border with its numerous upright stems bearing countless sweetly-perfumed yellow-eyed white flowers, in loose panicles in June and July. Finally, attractive seed heads produce large orange seeds, each with a whispy tail! ... Learn More

This rarely offered form of this spectacular border perennial has purple-bronze foliage on strong arching stems. Strongly perfumed heads of starry white flowers from May to July give this plant exceptional value. This is not a climber like its relatives but is a 'shrub-like' clematis variety, a clump-forming herbaceous perennial, which is perfect for a mixed bed or border and can be pruned down to the ground each spring. ... Learn More

Dainty bell-shaped, delicate primrose yellow flowers open with the sweet fragrance of cowslips. Seldom seen or offered, and much sought-after, this beautiful climber provides a subtle splash of rare colour in late summer and autumn. A vigorous species, it will quickly cover walls and fences, and can be pruned to almost ground level each year, making maintenance extremely easy. It was awarded The 'Award of Garden Merit' by the RHS in 1993. ... Learn More

Enormous, eye-catching, bright blue flowers burst open on this herbaceous, compact to dwarf sized plant, giving enjoyment from early spring to late summer. Almost identical to the famous Clematis BOULEVARD 'OLYMPIA', it is easy to grow from seed, and long-lived once established. It thrives in partial shade with free-draining soil or compost when its compact heritage makes it superb in small spaces or even containers on the patio! ... Learn More

This delicate, rarely seen or offered, late flowering climber produces an endless succession of perfumed blooms from June until October, when the frost sends it to sleep again. The fragrant brown-eyed yellow flowers give an unseasonal, and unexpected, supply of delicate lemon essence. Finally the entire plant is covered with fluffy white snowball seed heads right into late winter. It dies down completely uderground by Christmas! ... Learn More

A vigorous, self-clinging, herbaceous perennial climber, with bright green, three-palmate leaves and rich yellow, lantern shaped flowers, with quirky, orange-peel-esque, thick petals in late summer, which are finally replaced by large, fluffy, white seed-heads through autumn and winter. ... Learn More

This deciduous, late-flowering twining vine has shiny, deep green, leathery leaves, and profuse clusters of exuberant, fragrant, white star-shaped flowers. Easy to grow, it will thrive and bloom even in shade, where its flowers appear from late July to October, before maturing to attractive, plume-like seed heads. This is a naturally fast-and-easy-growing plant that requires little attention, but is more constrained in its habit than many others, sometimes making just a solid dome. ... Learn More

This rare, strongly-perfumed clematis from China, opens throughout summer displaying its sizeable bunches of white-scented flowers with yellow anthers. Perfectly suited to a sunny, sheltered position, ideally on a warm wall, where its dark evergreen leathery leaves will add to its attraction. It can even cloak an ugly tree stump or ancient shrub, giving it a new life! ... Learn More

A rare, beautiful and sweetly-fragrant species that is native to China and Korea. A most unusual sub-shrubby species, it nether clings nor climbs, and produces toothed leaves and tubular, hyacinth-like, perfumed blue flowers on erect stems from late summer to mid autumn. It makes a spectacular display in sun to part shade in any well-drained garden soil that is kept moist in summer. ... Learn More