Zone 5 · Clematis
Planting Clematis in Zone 5
Clematis × jackmanii
✅ Clematis thrives in zone 5 (hardy 4–9)
Can I plant today?
⏳ Too early to direct-sow
Last frost is in 4 weeks. Wait until soil warms.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around May 15
Zone's first frost
around October 15
Bloom window
June – September
Peak bloom
July
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
96"
Spacing
36" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Clematis in zone 5
"Head in sun, feet in shade." Plant deep in spring, mulch the roots. Climbs 8+ feet up a trellis.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Clematis peaks in July. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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