Careful planting is the key to success!

When is the best time to plant a clematis?

With the quality of the clematis we supply you are able to plant year round so long as the ground is not waterlogged or frozen solid and so long as the plant has had a period of 'hardening off'.

We always recommend improving the soil, whether it is sandy, moderate or clay so you will have ample opportunity while preparing the planting hole, to establish if the ground is in a fit state to receive its new plant.

Hardening off (November to the end of April)

Clematis purchased during winter through to May, must be hardened off before planting. Stand the plant outside in a sheltered position during the day but take into unheated cover overnight. An unheated greenhouse, conservatory or even a garage will be sufficient to prevent frost damage to the soft growth. The process should be continued for about two weeks before planting.

Dormant and Defoliated Plants 

No signs of life, no need to worry, it’s perfectly normal for this time of year. Follow our Care Guides for further confidence in a successful plant.

Welcome to Thorncroft Clematis & Climbers

The UK's most comprehensive selection of climbers, with nearly 500 plants to choose from!
Winners of 12 Chelsea Flower Show Gold Medals
35+ years of experience and knowledge.

We are a leading UK Clematis Mail Order Specialist selling high quality clematis plants to customers to almost all of the United Kingdom.

We are proud to be a small independent specialist nursery, with a team of just 3 people. Heather manages our nursery with Gertie & Mary-Anne who do the plant care, order picking, packing & dispatch.
 

This is business of passion and we are dedicated to putting smiles on peoples faces, selling high quality plants and ensuring we give great advice to our customers to ensure you have success with them in your garden.

Being a small independent nursery we appreciate every customer and every sale no matter how large or modest in size.
Enjoy browsing the website and Happy Gardening!
Team Thorncroft

Please be aware we are a mail order company and NOT open regularly, so please don't just turn up.

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