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Mother's Day Plant Gifts Ireland: Roses, Clematis & Flowering Climbers

Feb 26, 2026

The best Mother's Day plant gifts for Irish gardens are climbing roses, clematis, and campsis — flowering climbers that return year after year, becoming more beautiful with every season. Unlike cut flowers that wilt within a week, these living gifts grow and bloom for decades. With Mother's Day in Ireland falling on 15 March 2026, there's still time to order with delivery throughout Ireland.

🌹 DID YOU KNOW?

The tradition of giving flowers on Mothering Sunday dates back centuries in Ireland and the UK. The climbing rose has been the symbol of enduring love in gardens since ancient Rome — Rosa varieties cultivated today still share DNA with roses grown in gardens over 2,000 years ago. A climbing rose planted this Mother's Day could still be flowering beautifully in 30 years' time.

What Are the Best Roses to Gift for Mother's Day in Ireland?

The best rose gift for Mother's Day in Ireland is the 'Crazy in Love' range of climbing roses — available in vibrant pink, rich red-orange, and elegant creamy white. Each variety flowers from June through to October or November, offering months of continuous blooms on walls, trellises, or arches. All three are hardy climbing shrubs that return stronger every year and tolerate the Irish climate beautifully. Each pack contains three plants, giving a generous, full display right from the first season.

Rosa Crazy in Love Pink — fragrant pink climbing rose set of 3 plants

Rosa Crazy in Love Pink — Fragrant Climbing Rose (3 Plants)

€51.95
Set of 3 65cm tall Fragrant June–Nov
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Rosa Crazy in Love Red — vibrant orange-red climbing rose set of 3 plants

Rosa Crazy in Love Red — Fragrant Climbing Rose (3 Plants)

€51.95
Set of 3 65cm tall Orange-Red Fragrant
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Rosa Crazy in Love Vanilla — creamy white climbing rose set of 3 plants

Rosa Crazy in Love Vanilla — Creamy White Climbing Rose (3 Plants)

€51.95
Set of 3 65cm tall Creamy White June–Nov
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💡 GIFTING TIP: For a really special combination, plant a climbing rose with a complementary clematis on the same wall or trellis — a deep purple Clematis Jackmanii growing through a pink Rosa Crazy in Love creates a breathtaking layered display. Both plants share similar care needs and thrive on the same south or west-facing aspect.

What Are the Best Clematis Plants to Give for Mother's Day?

Clematis is a classic gift plant for Irish gardens — fully hardy, long-lived, and spectacularly floriferous. The three best varieties for gifting are Clematis The President (large, regal star-shaped purple flowers from May to July), Clematis montana 'Fragrant Spring' (masses of delicate pink scented blooms covering the plant in May and June), and Clematis Jackmanii (the world's most widely grown clematis, with velvety purple-blue flowers from July to September). All three are fully hardy in Ireland and thrive on walls, fences, pergolas, and arches with their roots kept shaded and cool.

Clematis The President — large deep purple star-shaped flowers on climbing plant

Clematis The President — Deep Purple Climber (3 Plants)

€43.95
Set of 3 65cm tall Deep Purple May–July
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Clematis Montana Fragrant Spring — masses of soft pink fragrant blooms covering climbing plant

Clematis Montana Fragrant Spring — Pink Fragrant Climber (3 Plants)

€43.95
Set of 3 65cm tall Soft Pink Fragrant
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Clematis Jackmanii — classic deep purple-blue velvety flowers set of 4 plants

Clematis Jackmanii — Classic Deep Purple Climber (4 Plants)

€48.95
Set of 4 65cm tall Purple-Blue July–Sept
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Which Campsis Plants Make Unique Mother's Day Garden Gifts?

Campsis (the Chinese trumpet vine) is a spectacular late-summer flowering climber that blooms July through September — extending the garden colour season well into autumn when roses and clematis have finished. Originally from North America, campsis thrives in warm, sunny, sheltered Irish spots such as south-facing walls or warm garden fences. Two beautiful varieties are available: the fiery-red Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet and the warm orange Indian Summer, both arriving as robust 65cm plants ready to establish and climb to several metres in height.

Campsis Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet — dramatic red trumpet flowers on climbing vine

Campsis Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet (2 Plants)

€46.95
Set of 2 65cm tall Red Trumpets July–Sept
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Campsis Indian Summer — warm orange trumpet vine climbing plant

Campsis Indian Summer — Orange Trumpet Vine (2 Plants)

€46.95
Set of 2 65cm tall Orange Trumpets July–Sept
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🌿 WHY CLIMBING PLANTS MAKE THE BEST GIFTS:

A cut flower bouquet lasts 5–10 days. A climbing rose, clematis, or campsis can live and bloom for 20–30 years — growing larger and more spectacular every season. These are gifts that create lasting memories in a garden, and every time they flower, your mum will think of you.

How Do These Flowering Climbing Plants Compare?

Plant Price Pack Flower Colour Flowering Period Best Feature
Rosa Crazy in Love Pink €51.95 3 plants Vibrant Pink June–Nov Fragrant, longest season
Rosa Crazy in Love Red €51.95 3 plants Orange-Pink / Red June–Nov Bold bicolour blooms
Rosa Crazy in Love Vanilla €51.95 3 plants Creamy White June–Nov Elegant, timeless look
Clematis The President €43.95 3 plants Deep Purple May–July Large star-shaped flowers
Clematis Montana Fragrant Spring €43.95 3 plants Soft Pink May–June Sweet fragrance, fast-growing
Clematis Jackmanii €48.95 4 plants Purple-Blue July–Sept World's most popular clematis
Campsis Summer Jazz Fire €46.95 2 plants Fiery Red July–Sept Dramatic late-summer colour
Campsis Indian Summer €46.95 2 plants Warm Orange July–Sept Mediterranean garden feel
💡 PLANTING TIP: All these climbing plants need a support structure — a trellis, fence wires, or pergola. Fix horizontal wires at 30cm intervals on a wall before planting, and your climber will establish quickly. In Ireland, south or west-facing aspects give the best results for roses, clematis, and campsis. Keep roots shaded (with mulch or low-growing plants) while letting the upper plant climb into full sun.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Mother's Day in Ireland 2026?
Mother's Day in Ireland (Mothering Sunday) falls on 15 March 2026 — the fourth Sunday of Lent. This is different from Mother's Day in the United States, which falls in May. Order by 12 March to receive your plant gifts in time for delivery throughout Ireland.
Are climbing roses a good Mother's Day gift in Ireland?
Yes — climbing roses are one of the most meaningful Mother's Day gifts you can give. Unlike cut flowers that last a week, a climbing rose like Rosa 'Crazy in Love Pink' flowers from June through to October or November every year, growing more spectacular with each season. They are fully hardy in Irish gardens and thrive with full sun and regular watering.
What is the best clematis for a Mother's Day gift in Ireland?
The three best clematis varieties for gifting are Clematis The President (large deep purple flowers, May–July), Clematis Montana Fragrant Spring (masses of soft pink fragrant blooms, May–June), and Clematis Jackmanii (classic velvety purple-blue, July–September). All three are fully hardy in the Irish climate and return stronger every year.
What is a Campsis plant and is it a good garden gift?
Campsis (Chinese trumpet vine) is a vigorous climbing plant with spectacular trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in late summer (July–September), when most other plants have finished. It originates from North America and thrives in warm, sunny, sheltered spots — ideal for south-facing Irish garden walls. Two varieties are available: Campsis Summer Jazz Fire Trumpet (red) and Campsis Indian Summer (orange). Both are fully hardy and return each year with more blooms.
How do you care for a climbing rose in Ireland?
Plant your climbing rose in a sunny, well-drained spot on a south or west-facing wall or fence. Water regularly during the flowering season (June–November), and remove spent blooms (deadheading) to encourage continuous flowering. Every other year, prune stems back to around 30cm above ground in late winter. Irish roses benefit from a slow-release rose fertiliser applied each spring.
Can clematis and roses be planted together?
Yes — clematis and climbing roses are classic garden companions. A deep purple clematis such as Jackmanii or The President grown through a pink climbing rose creates a stunning combined display. Both plants thrive in the same conditions: full sun, well-drained soil, and a trellis or fence for support. In Ireland, this combination works beautifully on south or west-facing garden walls.
Are these flowering climbing plants delivered in Ireland?
Yes — PlantGift.ie delivers climbing roses, clematis, and campsis throughout Ireland. Plants are carefully packed in specially designed boxes to arrive fresh, healthy, and undamaged. Order by 12 March 2026 to receive in time for Mother's Day on 15 March.

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