Clematis Bob Lambert

Soft Elegance That Blooms with Charm
The Bob Lambert Clematis is a charming and graceful climber that brings a soft, classic beauty to any garden. Its delicate pale lilac to silvery-pink flowers feature subtle darker bars and golden stamens, creating a refined and romantic look that’s perfect for trellises, archways, and obelisks. Blooming reliably from spring into early summer, this variety adds an air of gentle sophistication to any sunny or semi-shaded corner of your garden.

Perfect for Smaller Spaces and Containers
Reaching a height of 1.5 to 1.8 metres, the Bob Lambert Clematis is an excellent choice for smaller gardens, patios, and courtyards, or even in large containers. It pairs beautifully with roses or other climbers for a layered look and thrives in full sun to part shade, provided the roots are kept cool and moist. It’s neat, manageable growth habit makes it especially suited for gardeners looking for a contained, elegant climber.

Light Touch Pruning for Lasting Performance
As a Pruning Group 3 clematis, Bob Lambert blooms on old and new wood. For best results, give it a light prune after its first flush in late spring or early summer to encourage a second wave of flowering. In late winter (July–August), prune to shape and remove weak or dead stems. With this gentle care routine, your Bob Lambert will reward you with repeat flowering and healthy growth each season.

Well Adapted to South African Gardens
This variety does especially well in temperate South African regions, and with some simple care—mulching at the base, regular watering, and proper support—you’ll enjoy seasons of soft, pastel color climbing through your landscape. Whether you’re looking to soften a wall, enhance a pergola, or elevate a garden bed, the Bob Lambert Clematis is a reliable, beautiful choice that blends elegance with easy maintenance.

Shipped as 2-year-old plants in a 23cm pot. Please note that the plants will not necessarily have flowers on when shipped.

Plants will be sent without their stakes so that the height of the packaging can be reduced.  Every package will be sent with growing and pruning instructions.

For sale in South Africa.