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deciduous clematis

If you're searching for a show-stopping climber to grace your garden, look no further than the deciduous clematis. This remarkable group of clematis varieties offers a stunning seasonal display, transforming any wall, fence, or pergola with vibrant blooms and lush foliage. As deciduous plants, these clematis shed their leaves in autumn, making way for a fresh flush of growth each spring. Their dramatic flowers, ranging from delicate pastels to bold colours, provide months of visual interest and attract both gardeners and pollinators alike.

Clematis montana 'Rubens' pink flower with purple-green foliage.

Clematis montana 'Rubens'

Clematis montana ‘Rubens’ is a vigorous and stunning deciduous climber known for its profusion of soft pink, vanilla-scented flowers in spring. The blooms contrast beautifully with the bronze-tinged foliage, creating an impressive display on fences, pergolas, and trellises. Perfect for covering large areas quickly, ‘Rubens’ thrives in most NZ gardens and rewards with low maintenance and long-lasting beauty. It’s a classic choice for adding romance, colour, and fragrance to outdoor spaces.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Summer
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas, Parks, Specimen
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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Taxodium distichum (Bald Cypress)

Taxodium distichum, commonly known as the Bald Cypress or Swamp Cypress, is a conifer that grows as an upright tree to about 30 m tall and 8 m wide. It is somewhat unusual in that it is deciduous whereas most conifers tend to be evergreen. Feathery leaves emerge light green in spring, age to become bronze-yellow in summer, then develop bronze tones in autumn before falling. Taxodium distichum is a great tree for planting in wetter areas of a large garden and for planting around water features.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Conifers
Height: 30.00 m
Spread: 8.00 m
Tolerances: Hardy, Wet, Wind
Garden uses: Ponds
Garden styles: Riparian
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Metasequoia glyptostroboides (Dawn Redwood)

Metasequoia glyptostroboides, commonly known as the Dawn Redwood, is a deciduous tree that features fine, needle like, rich-green leaves which turn...

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Clematis Ken Donson growing against a wall with blue flowers.
Clematis Ken Donson

Clematis Ken Donson is a deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, single, deep blue flowers through...

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Clematis Lincoln Star

Clematis Lincoln Star is a deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, two-toned pink flowers from late...

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Clematis 'Alice Fisk' purple flowers.
Clematis Alice Fisk

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Clematis Belle of Woking

Clematis Belle of Woking is a popular, deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, double, mauve...

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Clematis Gillian Blades

Clematis Gillian Blades is a popular, deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, white flowers from...

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Clematis Duchess of Edinburgh

Clematis Duchess of Edinburgh is a popular, deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, double, pure...

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Clematis Josephine

Clematis Josephine is a variety of Clematis grown for its masses of very showy flowers. The flowers are shades of pink and white, and are produced...

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Clematis Allanah

“Allanah” is a deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, velvet-red flowers through summer and...

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Clematis Warszawska Nike

Clematis Warszawska Nike is a popular variety owing to its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces masses of showy, velvety, dark purple flowers...

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Clematis montana 'Freda' pink flowers.
Clematis montana rubens 'Freda'

Clematis montana rubens ‘Freda’ is a compact deciduous climber producing masses of rich deep pink flowers in late spring. The blooms are set against...

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Clematis Hagley Hybrid

Clematis Hagley Hybrid is a deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, single, soft-pink flowers from...

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Clematis Andromeda

Clematis Andromeda is a popular, deciduous climber grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces large and showy, semi-double, white and...

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Clematis 'Nelly Moser' growing on a trellis with pink flowers and green foliage.
Clematis 'Nelly Moser'

Clematis 'Nelly Moser' is a deciduous climber featuring exquisite flowers. It produces masses of large, showy, two-toned pink flowers. These are...

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Clematis 'HF-Young' blue flowers.
Clematis 'HF Young'

Clematis 'HF Young' is grown for its beautiful and showy flowers. The large flowers are mid-blue and produced en masse through spring and summer. The...

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Clematis 'Sweet Heart' white flowers.
Clematis 'Sweet Heart'

Clematis 'Sweet Heart' is grown for its exquisite flowers. It produces masses of showy, pink flowers from spring through summer. The foliage is...

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Clematis 'Ville de Lyon' pink flowers and lush green foliage.
Clematis Ville de Lyon

Clematis Ville de Lyon is a popular variety grown for its flowers and vigorous growth. It produces masses of single, rose-pink flowers from spring...

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Clematis hookeriana

Clematis hookeriana is a rare and charming NZ native clematis species valued for its delicate white, bell shaped flowers that appear in spring. Its...

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Clematis montana Mayleen

Clematis montana Mayleen is a variety selected for its masses of fragrant and showy flowers. This deciduous vine features mauve-pink flowers which...

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Clematis 'Pink Champagne'

Clematis 'Pink Champagne' is grown for its outstanding flowers. It produces masses of large and showy, two-toned pink flowers through spring and...

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Clematis 'Aotearoa'

Clematis 'Aotearoa' is a stunning deciduous climbing plant prized for its large violet blue flowers with creamy centres that create a spectacular...

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Clematis montana 'Marjorie' flowers.
Clematis montana 'Marjorie'

Clematis montana ‘Marjorie’ is a vigorous deciduous climber prized for its profusion of semi-double, soft pink flowers in late spring. Each bloom...

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Clematis Fireworks

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Clematis 'Wada's Primrose'

Clematis 'Wadas Primrose' is a beautiful deciduous climber admired for its large soft primrose yellow flowers that bring elegant colour to the garden...

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Clematis 'Multi Blue' flower.
Clematis 'Multi Blue'

Clematis 'Multi Blue' is grown for its interesting flowers. It produces showy, double flowers which have varying shades of blue from spring through...

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Masses of Clematis montana 'Elizabeth' pink flowers.
Clematis montana 'Elizabeth'

Clematis montana 'Elizabeth' is grown for its masses of fragrant and showy flowers. This deciduous vine features mauve-pink flowers which fade to a...

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Clematis 'Vagabond' purple flower.
Clematis 'Vagabond'

Clematis 'Vagabond' is grown for its exquisite flowers. It produces showy, dark purple flowers en masse from spring through summer. The foliage is...

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Clematis 'Honora'

Clematis 'Honora' is a striking climbing plant known for its large, velvety purple flowers that appear from early summer through autumn. Perfect for...

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Clematis montana climber growing up a trellis with masses of elegant, pink flowers.
Clematis montana

Clematis montana is a very hardy and vigorous climber that produces masses of light pink flowers from spring through summer. The foliage is dark...

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Clematis 'Louise Rowe' pink flowers.
Clematis 'Louise Rowe'

Clematis 'Louise Rowe' is grown for its pretty and decadent flowers. It produces showy, lavender-pink flowers from spring through summer. The foliage...

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Clematis montana 'Rubens'

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You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Clematis, Metasequoia, and Taxodium, or related Categories - Deciduous Climbers, Deciduous Conifers, and Deciduous Trees.

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What Is a Deciduous Clematis?

A deciduous clematis is a type of climbing plant that loses its leaves in winter, entering a dormant period before returning with vigorous new growth in spring. Gardeners in New Zealand value these plants for their ability to create a living curtain of colour while remaining relatively low-maintenance. Deciduous clematis are distinct from their evergreen relatives, offering the added benefit of seasonal variation and impressive flowering displays.

Popular Deciduous Clematis Varieties

Plant lovers can choose from a wide range of beautiful deciduous clematis cultivars, each with its own unique flower colour, shape, and blooming season. Some favourites in New Zealand gardens include:

Growing and Caring for Deciduous Clematis

Successful cultivation of deciduous clematis starts with selecting the right site. These climbers prefer cool roots and sun on their shoots, making them ideal choices for growing near walls, trellises, or amongst other plants. Prepare rich, well-drained soil, and mulch the base annually to keep roots cool. Water regularly during dry spells, particularly in the first season as roots establish.

Pruning is key to a flourishing display. Most deciduous clematis benefit from a hard prune in late winter or early spring, just before new growth emerges. This helps encourage robust fresh stems and abundant flowering.

Why Choose Deciduous Clematis?

Gardeners love deciduous clematis for their stunning, layered beauty and adaptability. They're perfect for training up supports, softening hard structures, or combining with roses and other climbers for a dreamy cottage-garden effect. In addition to their aesthetic appeal, their seasonal rhythm adds dynamic interest to any outdoor space.

Whether you’re drawn to the romance of Clematis Belle of Woking, the brilliance of Clematis Lincoln Star, or the classic elegance of Clematis Alice Fisk, adding a deciduous clematis to your New Zealand garden is a decision you’re sure to enjoy for years to come.


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