The Clematis Nubia 'Evison Rot', often simply known as Clematis, is a stunning climbing plant that brings a romantic and vibrant atmosphere to your balcony or garden. With its breathtaking, velvety-red flowers, this plant adds a touch of pure elegance to any outdoor space. A fascinating feature of this cultivar from the renowned Evison collection is its extremely compact growth, which makes it a true flowering marvel from the ground up. The deep red color of the large flowers is complemented by a rich, fresh green foliage, creating a spectacular contrast.
Typical characteristics:
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unique, velvety deep red flowers that appear almost continuously
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extremely compact growth (perfect for pots)
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very prolific bloomer and robust
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winter-hardy and perennial
☀️ Location, Soil and Co.
Clematis likes it sunny, but has specific requirements for its "feet". The right location is crucial for it to bloom profusely and stay healthy.
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sunny to semi-shady location
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golden Clematis rule: "head in the sun, feet in the shade" (shade the root area, e.g., with low-growing perennials or stones)
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prefers sheltered from wind
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Perfect for trellises on the balcony, terrace or in the garden bed.
🌿 Care of Clematis Nubia 'Evison Rot' – Overview
This plant is not only an absolute feast for the eyes but also easy to care for if a few basic needs are met. It is excellent for garden novices and experienced plant lovers who have little space but don't want to miss out on large flowers.
🌱 Growth
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compact climbing, usually only reaching a height of 120 to 150 cm
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grows bushy and blooms almost from the ground up
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needs a climbing aid (e.g., obelisk, trellis or grid)
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contributes to a romantic and colorful appearance.
🍃 Leaves
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fresh green and slightly pinnate
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form a dense background for the bright flowers
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deciduous in winter
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The contrast between the dark flowers and the light foliage is a real highlight.
💧 Watering / Water
Like many Clematis, Nubia is very thirsty but does not tolerate wet feet.
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keep soil consistently moist, but not wet
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avoid dry root balls on hot summer days at all costs
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best to water directly at the root area during cooler morning or evening hours
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waterlogging quickly leads to root rot (good drainage is mandatory!).
🌼 Fertilizing
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from spring to late summer (March to August): fertilize every 2–4 weeks with a high-quality liquid fertilizer or special Clematis fertilizer
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alternatively, work an organic slow-release fertilizer (e.g., horn meal) into the soil in spring
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stop fertilizing in autumn and winter
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Malnutrition leads to sparse flowering.
🌱 Substrate
A loose and nutrient-rich soil environment is important:
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deep and rich in humus
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very well-drained
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neutral to slightly alkaline
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A high-quality potting mix, enhanced with some sand or perlite for drainage, works excellently.
🪴 Repotting & Planting
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when first planting in the garden or pot, always plant Clematis about 5 to 10 cm deeper than it stood in the plastic pot (protects against Clematis wilt and promotes sprouting from the base)
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for potted plants, repot every 2–3 years into a larger container
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Clematis are deep-rooted, so choose tall and sufficiently deep pots.
✂️ Pruning
Clematis Nubia belongs to pruning group 3 (hard pruning).
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blooms on new wood of the current year
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in late winter (November to early March), cut back drastically to about 15 to 30 cm above the ground
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bravely shorten all old shoots, this promotes strong, compact new growth and abundant flowering
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use clean and sharp tools.
🌱 Propagating Clematis Nubia 'Evison Rot'
Propagation of Clematis works best through layering:
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bend a flexible shoot down to the ground in early summer
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lightly score the shoot at one point, cover with soil (with the tip of the shoot sticking out) and weigh it down (e.g., with a small stone)
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leave it attached to the mother plant until the next spring, by then it will have formed its own roots and can be separated.
☠️ Is Clematis poisonous?
Yes – unlike Maranta, Clematis is mildly poisonous in all its parts.
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the plant sap can cause irritation upon skin contact (it's best to wear gloves when pruning)
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ingestion is toxic to dogs, cats, and small animals and can cause gastrointestinal upset 👉 You should position or plant it so that pets cannot easily nibble on it.
🧠 Other Care Tips
Clematis loves cool feet: Plant groundcover perennials (like hostas or low-growing bellflowers) around the base of your Nubia. This protects the sensitive roots from direct sunlight and drying out. When grown in a pot, ensure the container does not overheat in summer. Brown leaf margins can be a sign of water deficiency combined with hot midday sun.
✅ Conclusion
With its impressive, deep red flowers and wonderfully compact growth, Clematis Nubia 'Evison Rot' is an excellent choice for small gardens, balconies, and terraces. It is surprisingly easy to care for a Clematis, ideal for container growing, and rewards you with a true sea of blossoms all summer long with proper pruning. Let this beautiful plant transform your outdoor area into a blooming oasis.