
Evergreen clematis, or Clematis armandii, is a striking climbing plant that adds year-round greenery to any plot. What's more, this flowering climber is one of the first to bloom in spring, proving to be a hit with pollinators that are early to rise.
As a former professional gardener, I once cared for a large, sprawling evergreen clematis in a private garden in north London. Requiring little attention, this clematis proved effective in that it was both high-impact and low-maintenance.