Clematis montana Elizabeth
An old cottage garden favourite for smothering walls and twining through trees. Masses of fragrant pale pink flowers contrast beautifully with the purple flushed mid-green foliage. This vigorous climber is suited to any aspect and ideal for brightening up a challenging north facing wall. Supplied in 9cm pot. Height: 10m (32ft). Pruning group: 1
Grow Clematis montana Elizabeth in sunny or shaded borders in any moist, well drained soil. Clematis plants particularly dislike dry soils so add plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost to improve moisture retention in summer. Plant clematis with the top of the rootball positioned 7.5cm (3") below soil level, to encourage new shoots to form from the base of the plant. Be sure to provide the twining stems with an appropriate support, such as trellis or wires attached to fences, walls and pergolas.
Feed and water frequently throughout the growing season. In autumn or spring, apply a mulch of well rotted manure or compost to the base of the plant.
When pruning Clematis Montana Elizabeth, remember that it flowers on the previous year's growth, so only light pruning is required. In summer, after flowering, remove any damaged or dead stems entirely. The remaining stems can then be pruned back to a pair of healthy buds.
We will do our best to ship your plants or bulbs to you at the ideal time for planting as stated against each product. We recommend that you prepare your soil, planting beds or patio containers ahead of time so you are ready to plant out, or pot on, just as soon as your order arrives.
You will find the name of the variety printed on the top line of the address label on your package. Please ensure that you open the packaging immediately and carefully read through the instruction leaflet provided. For greatest success, please pot on or plant out as soon as possible, following the cultural instructions enclosed with your order.
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