Clematis Miss Bateman

Miss Bateman Clematis

Clematis ‘Miss Bateman’ is a classic, elegant large-flowered clematis admired for its pure white blooms accented by distinctive deep maroon-purple stamens. Blooming reliably in late spring with a repeat flush later in summer, it brings brightness and contrast to vertical garden features.


Plant Profile
Type: Deciduous flowering vine

Mature Size:



Width: 3–5 ft



Height: 8–10 ft



Bloom:



Large (6–8 in.) star-shaped flowers



Crisp white petals with prominent dark stamens



Main bloom in late spring to early summer with repeat bloom in late summer



Foliage: Medium green; clean and attractive throughout the season

Zones: 4a–9b
Light: Full sun to partial shade (morning sun with afternoon shade preferred)
Soil: Moist, well-drained, fertile soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture

Pruning Group: Group 2 (light to moderate pruning)


Features & Uses


Form: Upright to gently spreading climber with a neat, balanced habit



Excellent for trellises, pergolas, fences, obelisks, and arbors



Bright white flowers provide strong contrast in mixed plantings



One of the best white clematis for reliability and garden performance



Elegant appearance suited to formal, cottage, and contemporary gardens




Care Notes


Prune lightly in early spring, removing dead or weak stems



After first bloom, lightly trim spent flowers to encourage rebloom



Mulch roots to keep soil cool and evenly moist

Plant type

Vine

Height

10'

Width

3-5'

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Bloom time

Early Fall, Fall, Late Summer, Summer

Flower color

Fern, White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Trellis

Shape

Climbing

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No