The Clematis is a beautiful climbing plant that enchants many gardens with its plump flowers. But not every plant does well with her. Some take the light, water or nutrients away from the Clematis, or even displace their sensitive roots. In this article I will show you which plants should not set right next to the Clematis - and why.
Why is the choice of the right neighbors so important?
Clematis thrives best if you take some basic requirements into account. Here are the most important points you are choosing neighboring plants andthe care of your clematisshould keep in mind:
- Licht:Clematis need a lot of sunlight. Plants that throw too much shade can slow down the growth of the Clematis.
- Nutrients:Some plants take the nutrients out of the ground from the Clematis. This can affect your flower and health.
- Water:Too much competition around water can lead to the clematis not enough moisture.
- Root pressure:Plants with strong root growth can displace and damage the fine roots of the clematis.
Good neighbors help the Clematis to grow healthy and develop beautiful flowers! AndHere you can findUseful tips for under -planting Clematis.
Here are some plants that you should not plant in the immediate vicinity of your Clematis:
1. Starked trees and shrubs
Some shrubs and trees grow so strong that they take the clematis light and space or even overgrow them. You are better not to put these plants right next to your Clematis:
- Lilac (Syringa) - lilac grows quickly and forms a strong root plant that competes with the Clematis. In addition, it deprives the soil a lot of water, which can weaken the clematis.
- Bush tree (Buxus) - its dense roots pull through the floor and take important nutrients of the clematis. This can lack strength and blooming.
- Rhododendron & Azalen - these plants love acid soil, while Clematis prefers a rather neutral to slightly calcareous surface. Your strong roots also compete with you.
Tipp:If you still want to plant shrubs near the Clematis, select slowly growing or less competitive species. So there is enough space and nutrients for both plants.
2. Dominant ground cover & perennial that press the Clematis
Flat growing, foothills -forming perennials or heavily rampant ground cover can press the Clematis in the lower area and remove important nutrients and water. Are particularly problematic:
- Women's mantle (alchemilla)-this plant spreads quickly and can above all overgrow and weaken more sensitive clematis varieties.
- Elf flowers (epimedium)-They form dense upholstery that can take the place to the Clematis root and impair growth.
- Balkan stork beak (geranium macrorrhizum)-this geranium develops a strong root system that makes the Clematis too much competition.
Tipp:Instead, set weakly growing accompanying plants such as lavender or low stork beak species (e.g. Geranium sanguineum), which fit harmoniously into the bed without pressing the clematis.
3. Plants with a deep, aggressive root plant
Some plants spread their roots so strongly that the sensitive clematis also has little chance. They take their water, nutrients and space - and can severely affect their growth. Are particularly problematic:
- Walnussbaum (Juglans Regia) - release fabrics to the ground that inhibit the growth of other plants. The Clematis is particularly difficult here.
- Birch (Betula) - her flat, dense roots pull a lot of water out of the ground. There is hardly anything left for the Clematis.
- Ahorn (acer) - its far -reaching roots dry out the floor - not ideal for a clematis that loves even moisture.
Tipp:If you want to plant Clematis near larger trees, a root lock or a planter helps to secure enough space and nutrients.
4. Plants with high water requirements or waterlogging lovers
The Clematis likes it damp, but not too wet. Waterlogging can quickly lead to root rot. That is why plants that need permanently moist or swampy soils are unsuitable as neighbors:
- Sumpdock flower (Caltha Palustris) - she only feels comfortable in a really wet floor - that is the opposite of what Clematis needs.
- Rest (Phragmites Australis) - grows extremely quickly and needs tons of water. The Clematis would have no chance here.
- Hosta (funkies) - they love moist earth, while Clematis prefers to be in well -permeable soil.
Tipp:Pay attention to a permeable, humus -rich floor and rely on plants with similar water requirements - for example roses or lavender that can be combined excellently with clematis.
5. Be careful with the combination with roses!
Roses and clematis-A real dream team in the garden! But not every clematis automatically fits every rose. So that the two complement each other perfectly and not get in the way, there are a few things to consider:
- Choose the right Clematis: It is best to harmonize Clematis from the Viticella or IntegriFolic group with roses. They are robust and do not grow too much into the crown of the rose.
- Note cut -out groups: Clematis from sections 3 (e.g. Clematis viticella). They are cut back in spring and then run out fresh with the roses.
- Not too tightly planting: Both plants love the sun, but also need enough space. Plant the Clematis with a little distance from the rose and guide them with a tanning aid.
Tipp:If you pay attention to these points, a fantastic sea of flowers is created - a combination that enhances every garden!
