The Fragrant Spring Radiance of Clematis montana 'Elizabeth'

Welcome the arrival of spring with the breathtaking beauty and intoxicating scent of Clematis montana 'Elizabeth'. This award-winning variety is a true garden classic, celebrated for its sheer abundance of blooms. In late spring and early summer, the plant transforms into a vertical sea of soft, satin-pink flowers. Each bloom features four elegant, rounded petals that open wide to reveal a cheerful cluster of yellow stamens. The pale pink hue is incredibly delicate, offering a romantic and serene aesthetic that effortlessly brightens garden boundaries and large structures.

What truly sets 'Elizabeth' apart is its remarkable fragrance. As the sun warms the petals, they release a powerful, sweet scent reminiscent of vanilla and hot chocolate, which drifts through the air and creates a sensory paradise. Beyond the flowers, the new foliage emerges with a sophisticated bronzed tint before maturing into a lush mid-green, providing a dense and attractive screen throughout the growing season. As one of the most vigorous and reliable climbers available, it is the perfect choice for gardeners looking to create a high-impact, low-maintenance floral display that returns with more vigour each year.

Key features:

• Masses of Spring Blooms: Produces an incredible volume of pale pink flowers that can completely cover the foliage.

• Heavenly Fragrance: A strong, sweet vanilla scent that fills the garden on warm spring days.

• Vigorous Growth: A fast-growing climber, perfect for covering large walls, fences, or outbuildings.

• Award-Winning Quality: Recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit (AGM) for its outstanding performance.

• Attractive Foliage: New leaves have a beautiful bronzed glow, adding early-season texture.

Perfect for:

• Cottage gardens where it can drape over pergolas, arches, or rustic outbuildings for a romantic look.

• Planting near a doorway or window to fully enjoy the sweet, drifting vanilla fragrance.

• Wildlife gardens, as the prolific blooms provide an essential early-season nectar source for bees.

• Hiding unsightly structures quickly, thanks to its vigorous and dense climbing habit.

At The Rose Press Garden, we love...
The way 'Elizabeth' signals the true start of the gardening season. There is something magical about standing beneath a canopy of these satin-pink blooms and being hit by that unmistakable vanilla scent. It is a plant that gives so much for so little effort—it’s hardy, reliable, and provides a "wall of flowers" effect that never fails to impress our guests.

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