First blooms on the Clematis ‘Ramona’

Not sure why I don't have more clematis planted in my garden...I think I just don't have many perfect spots for them, which they do sort of need..the "perfect' spot that is. When I do plant them, I usually try to combine them with another shrubby or vining plant to shade their root systems. This Clematis, 'Ramona' (planted for my little doggy Ramona), is planted with my Rose 'Abraham Darby'. It's winds itself up along the rose plant for support. So lovely.