How to Grow Clematis from Seeds

Growing clematis from seeds is a relatively easy, albeit somewhat lengthy, endeavor. Once you have planted your seeds, it will take over a year to see your first bloom. Here's how to grow clematis from seeds.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• clematis seeds
• sterile soilless potting mix
• ziplock baggie
• a lot of patience

1. 

   Take your seeds and place into a plastic zip lock baggie. Put the baggie in a shady spot outside (or a refrigerator) for several months during the winter so that they go through several freeze/thaw cycles.

2. Place the covered container in a warm location out of direct sunlight and wait for your first seedling.

3. As the seeds germinate, carefully remove the small plants and plant into a small pot using a sterile soiless mix. Be extremely careful because seedlings at this point have a long single root.

Tips & Warnings

• Clematis require full sun to grow best (6+ hours direct sun per day)
• Seedlings take at least a year to bloom or the first time, and another three years to become a mature plant.
• Wait for the first bloom before planting outside.
• After planting, place a protective barrier of hardware cloth or chicken wire around the base of the plant to protect against damage from mowers, string trimmers and animals.
• Clematis do not compete well with large tree roots.

Resources

• Herbal Mojo