Clematis is one of the most useful and widely grown garden plants. Botanists tell us that there are about 300 Clematis species — some say the true number is nearer to 400 — and that’s before you start ...

Here are six types of climbing plants for shade, including my picks of the top varieties. Many of the large-flowered hybrid varieties of clematis do well in shade. However, they prefer to get a little ...

Often growing with little care in the right spot, clematis vines will bloom best when trimmed correctly at least once a year. Knowing how and when to prune clematis can do a lot to keep your vines ...