With abundant blooms in a wide range of colors from soft white to dark purple, pink and even yellow, clematis reign supreme ...

A popular example is Clematis jackmanii (shown here), which has large purple flowers. Bloom Time: Mid-summer through early fall. When to Prune: In late spring, just as the buds begin to swell.

There are many clematis vines that don't grow too tall and pair beautifully with non-climbing roses for vibrant color and ...