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Key characteristics

Family: Ranunculaceae
Height: 20-30 feet
Width: 6-10 feet
Flower color: Soft pink with a hint of mauve
Foliage color: Bronze-tinged when young, maturing to mid-green
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Maintenance: Low to moderate
Wildlife: Bees and other pollinators

Vines

Clematis montana var. rubens 'Mayleen'

Mayleen Clematis

Clematis montana var. rubens 'Mayleen' is a vigorous and highly ornamental climbing perennial vine. This cultivar is particularly admired for its profusion of soft pink, fragrant flowers and attractive, bronze-tinged foliage. Originating from the mountainous regions of Asia, 'Mayleen' is ideal for covering fences, trellises, pergolas, and walls, providing a stunning floral display.

'Mayleen' produces a breathtaking display of soft pink, slightly fragrant flowers from late spring to early summer.

Light

Full sun to partial shade

Water

Moderate, prefers well-drained soil

Bloom time

Late spring to early summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Arbors & Trellises
Fences & Walls
Cottage Gardens
Pollinator Gardens

Companion plants

Bergenias · Sedums · Japanese anemones · Bleeding hearts · Catmint · Boxwood

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. Train the main stems early on a trellis or fence so the growth spreads sideways rather than bunching at the top.

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