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Pink Clematis Morning Star climbing a narrow trellis on a downspout in a north-facing garden with partial shade.

Which Clematis Grow Best in Shade? Top 7 Picks ...

Think your garden is too shady for clematis? Many varieties thrive in partial shade and even bright shade. Discover seven of the best shade-tolerant clematis, plus expert tips for better...

Which Clematis Grow Best in Shade? Top 7 Picks ...

Think your garden is too shady for clematis? Many varieties thrive in partial shade and even bright shade. Discover seven of the best shade-tolerant clematis, plus expert tips for better...

Close-up of a clematis leaf stem wrapped around mesh support showing how clematis climbs.

What Makes a Good Clematis Trellis?

Why do some clematis thrive while others refuse to climb? Gardeners new to growing clematis vines assume any trellis will work for clematis. Discover the five features that help clematis...

What Makes a Good Clematis Trellis?

Why do some clematis thrive while others refuse to climb? Gardeners new to growing clematis vines assume any trellis will work for clematis. Discover the five features that help clematis...

Many gardeners think their clematis is climbing the trellis. Look closer. In this example, netting was added because the wooden trellis was too thick for clematis leaf stems to grip.

Why Your Clematis Won't Climb (And the Clues Ga...

Most climbing problems blamed on clematis are actually support problems. Learn how clematis leaf stems climb, why many trellises fail, and the clues gardeners keep giving us without realizing it.

Why Your Clematis Won't Climb (And the Clues Ga...

Most climbing problems blamed on clematis are actually support problems. Learn how clematis leaf stems climb, why many trellises fail, and the clues gardeners keep giving us without realizing it.

Best Climbing Plants for Small Spaces and Narrow Trellises

Best Climbing Plants for Small Spaces and Narro...

Learn which climbing plants work best for small spaces and narrow trellises, including clematis, mandevilla, sweet peas, and other compact vertical growers for porches, fence lines, and downspouts.

Best Climbing Plants for Small Spaces and Narro...

Learn which climbing plants work best for small spaces and narrow trellises, including clematis, mandevilla, sweet peas, and other compact vertical growers for porches, fence lines, and downspouts.

Why Clematis Leaves Turn Yellow or Pale Green Near Foundations

Why Clematis Leaves Turn Yellow or Pale Green N...

Why Clematis Leaves Turn Pale or Yellow Near Foundations Learn why clematis growing near foundations and concrete can develop yellow or pale leaves and chlorosis, plus simple ways to restore...

Why Clematis Leaves Turn Yellow or Pale Green N...

Why Clematis Leaves Turn Pale or Yellow Near Foundations Learn why clematis growing near foundations and concrete can develop yellow or pale leaves and chlorosis, plus simple ways to restore...

Amaranth Red Garnet plant in full bloom with burgundy plumes — seed saving stage one for Gran’s Garden Seeds guest post on Scroll Trellis Garden Journal

Seed Saving Tips from Gran’s Garden Seeds

Saving seeds from your own plants is easier than you might think! In this guest post, Gran from Gran’s Garden Seeds shares simple, hands-on tips for collecting, cleaning, and storing...

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Seed Saving Tips from Gran’s Garden Seeds

Saving seeds from your own plants is easier than you might think! In this guest post, Gran from Gran’s Garden Seeds shares simple, hands-on tips for collecting, cleaning, and storing...

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