Clematis Thyrislund

The Clematis 'Thyrislund' is a charming variety of large-flowered clematis whose origins are somewhat mysterious. Arrived from England without a label at a Danish producer, it immediately seduced him with its large, undulating star-shaped flowers in shades of mauve and cream, particularly bright. This enthusiast named it after his region, then patiently multiplied it for the pleasure of gardeners. It is a modestly growing clematis that blooms for the first time in spring, with flowers that are more or less double, and then again in September, but this time in the form of single flowers. It is suitable for small gardens and container cultivation.

Clematis belong to the Ranunculaceae family. The 'Thyrislund' variety is a perfectly hardy climbing plant, which will reach a height of about 2.50 m (8ft), with a minimum spread of 1 m (3ft). The plant develops new shoots in spring, from buds located on the older stems. Each stem produces a floral bud that blooms in May-June. A new flowering occurs on the young stems in late summer, in September. This variety bears flowers 12 cm (5in) in diameter. The petals, undulated at the edges and tapering to a point, are a light violet, with a creamy white central zone. They stand erect and have a bouquet of yellow stamens in their centre, which wonderfully enhance the flower's colour. The flowering is followed by decorative, silvery grey, feathery fruits that persist until winter. The leaves are deciduous, falling in autumn. They are divided into 3 or more leaflets, of a fairly deep green colour. This clematis clings on its own to a support or to the host plant by means of petioles transformed into tendrils. 

Plant your clematis alongside your climbing roses or vines to extend the flowering of your walls and pergolas until the end of summer. Place pretty perennials like geraniums, carnations, nemorosa sage, phlox at their base, which will provide the shade they appreciate. It is a diverse genus, with varieties of all colours, shapes, and sizes. Take advantage of their easy cultivation to give your garden a romantic and bohemian touch. Clematis loves to weave its way through bushes and does very well in a large pot. It will work wonders in a beautiful planter on the terrace, in the garden among the border plants, or even on a small fence.