Clematis ‘Rosemoor’
I love all the flowers in my garden. I try to visit each of them as they’re blooming and let them know they are admired and appreciated. Some, like the rose Lady Emma Hamilton, I speak to in a revered hush, she of the exquisite shape and fragrance.
But for this beauty, I have no words. I stand where she grows, in two different places on the property, and simply stare, dumbfounded that a such a magnificent bloom should deign to grow in my humble garden.
I’ve written about her before and admit to using the first photo above in a previous post. But her beauty is elusive and that image, I believe, most closely captures her rich array of velvety tones.
But that doesn’t stop me from photographing her, as I did here this year.
She is blooming now. One of the many reasons I work in the garden on my laptop as much as possible. Who would want to miss a second of such perfection?
Clematis ‘The President’
No less beautiful, but in a more understated manner, is her partner on the trellis, ‘The President’. He blooms earlier but his shimmery purples and blues are equally hard to faithfully portray in a photograph.
But I always keep trying.
I think it’s easy to see why Clematis is called “Queen of the Vines.”
Oh such beauty! I can see why you love photographing them, I would LOVE to have clematis in my garden as well.
So evocative, she's definitely a velvety beauty!
Gorgeous, clematis are such amazing flowers! I've done a few posts about them myself. Mine looked a little ragged and worse for the wear this year though.
I think my lack of attention is beginning to show in my garden:(
But I know I can always come here to see some beauty that is sadly lacking at my place.
absolutely stunning! and that beautiful dark "Rosemoor" is the best I have ever seen ~ just gorgeous! and excellent photography
~Dianne~
I'll make us all a cup of tea and bake a cake just for the joy of looking at those beautiful clematis, Rosemoor really does look like velvet. Such a treasure. x
Dear Georgianna, I love this post! I look at everyone of my flowers. Every day I "make the rounds". I talk to them and admire their beauty. But I keep this habit to myself.
My favorite clematis is the "President" . You have captured it beautifully. I also like the large white "Henry".
Have a great weekend.
Jutta – I think you could have them in your garden, there are some very hardy varieties, I believe. That would be lovely.
Sylvia, I will look up your clematis posts. And I'm sure your garden is still full of beauty.
Catherine, I would so love for you to make us tea and cakes! Perfect!
Gina, wonderful to know we share that garden ritual. And I'm especially pleased that you think I did justice to The President.
xo
How you feel about the Queen of the Vines is how I feel about your photography, G. I am in awe.
WOW!
absolutely beautiful! thank you for sharing the splendid clematis…..
and how was the shower? smiles.
I never tire of seeing your Clematis photos, old or new. Each one is exquisite. I can just see you in my minds eye sitting in your beautiful garden working on your laptop. Not sure that should be called "working" though. ♥
you never cease to amaze me with all of your beautiful flower photos!! you make me want to go out and find flowers to photograph right about now! :)
Good luck with the shooting stars, thanks for commenting on my post about them, it is appreciated.
As for today's photos your garden is simply wonderful, clematis yet another beautiful flower that you capture so well with your special touch :)
Hi Georgianna,
I have those same clematis but my photos don't look like yours! However,now I am inspired to go out and try again.I love the rich color of Rosemoor-it is definitely on of my very favorites. This year something bkoke off a lot of the stems before it bloomed-I am blaming a racoon but not certain.
Thank you for the praise on my tea-wish you could pop in for real!
Carolyn
Oh yes clematis are really pretty plants/flowers and right now they make me happy too. :) I don't have your queen or king but wow they are so beautiful. Amazing photos too Georgianna! Hope you'll have a perfect weekend too! xo
really evocative…fabulous as always!!love coming here for inspiration.
hugs
Gorgeous and the dark red is beautiful.
Yes, I can see why they are called the Queen of the Vines. Your photos are perfect. Heard about the shower, but I do not know if I could stay awake long enough to see them. Enjoy the weekend and take care.
My new little clematis had two blooms this year and I jumped for joy!. (I know I'm a little pathetic. hehe)
Wow yours are simply gorgeous!
Gorgeous photos, and I think my very favorite of them all has to be the very first photo. It took my breath away. I wanted to sit next to it and soak in its beauty and just experience it. Sounds corny I know, but it did that for me.
Flawless beauties! Hope you were able to enjoy the meteor shower… I completely forgot! Have a great weekend. :)
that first one is such a beautiful color….i don't think i have ever seen one like that before. so, so pretty!!!
The clematis really is such a beautiful flower, my dad used to have some growing in his garden trailing over a red wooden fence but he had to remove it so he could build on some extra room for his growing family! You've done her justice here, those deep purples are just divine.
Daniel & I peeped out on our balcony last night to see if we could spot any meteors, but alas the sky was too cloudy and the added city lights meant there was nothing in the sky for us to see. I remember many frosty nights spent wrapped up lying in a blanket in our garden in my homeplace, gazing up into the sky and counting the falling stars. There really is no other sight that is so thrilling and inspiring. And what a lovely way for it to start for you with a shooting light at dawn! I hope you had fun out watching at night & saw lots of falling stars to wish upon xxx
Hi again!!
had to come and tell you that I blogged about your gorgeous blog again…hope you do not mind.
Hugs
lila
Hello G
After a long day of meetings and gardening seminars I can sit and visit a few blogs. I would never think to photograph my clematis from the angles you do. Aren't they the most beautiful flowers from every side?
In awe of the first photo in the post.
Judith
Rich and royal colors–the depth of the hues must be breathtaking in person. Truly beautiful…
Happy weekend,
Debi
Sooo beautiful… really no words. I also love the back curl vine on the boy clematis! Blessings.
How pretty and delightful!
Happy weekend.
That last photo is my personal favorite. How spectacular. Lovely.
I love Mr. President's back view. Oh my! That didn't sound good, did it?