The Ethereal Elegance of Clematis 'Winter Parasol'

Transform your garden into a winter sanctuary with the delicate beauty of Clematis cirrhosa 'Winter Parasol'. As the name suggests, this exquisite climber produces a profusion of nodding, bell-shaped flowers that hang like tiny, elegant parasols against the winter sky. From late autumn through to early spring, the garden is graced with these creamy-white to pale-pink blooms. Upon closer inspection, the interior of each flower reveals a dainty "painted" effect, with fine ruby-red speckles that add a layer of sophisticated detail to its soft appearance.

Beyond its visual charm, 'Winter Parasol' is a treat for the senses. On quiet, sunny winter days, the flowers release a subtle, sweet fragrance that invites you to linger in the garden. Its foliage is equally remarkable—deep green, glossy, and evergreen, it provides a lush backdrop throughout the year. As temperatures drop, the leaves often take on a beautiful bronze hue, adding further texture and warmth to your garden structures when most other plants have faded away.

Key features:

• Prolific Winter Bloomer: Produces a high volume of flowers from November to February.

• Evergreen Structure: Maintains its glossy foliage year-round, perfect for covering fences or walls.

• Delicate Fragrance: A sweet, subtle scent that enhances the winter garden experience.

• Intricate Detail: Creamy petals with beautiful red-speckled interiors.

• Vigorous Habit: An easy-to-grow climber that quickly establishes itself in a sheltered spot.

Perfect for:

• Cottage gardens needing vertical interest and life during the dormant season.

• Pots and containers placed near a doorway to enjoy the winter scent every time you step outside.

• Wildlife gardens, providing a rare and vital nectar source for early-season pollinators.

• Growing over an archway, where the nodding "parasol" flowers can be admired from below.

At The Rose Press Garden, we love...
How 'Winter Parasol' brings a sense of delicate lightness to the garden during the heaviest months of the year. It’s a plant that rewards the observant gardener—there is nothing quite like lifting one of those nodding bells to see the intricate red freckles hidden inside. It is a must-have for anyone who believes the garden should be just as beautiful in December as it is in June.

TRPG charges for delivery depending on the shipment locations and weight of items.

1st class P&P to UK is £5.95

2nd class P&P to UK is £4.50

P&P for heavy items such as plant support will be charged at £8