Clematis armandii 'Apple Blossom'

Old Man's Beard

Hardy Shrub

£29.99

Winter blooms fill the garden with fragrance

Vigorous evergreen climber

Ideal for covering unsightly walls and fences

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Clematis armandii 'Apple Blossom' is an immensely popular variety for its sweet almond fragrance that fills the air in late winter to spring - long before most plants dare to bloom! The long, stems are cloaked in leathery, dark green foliage with a glossy sheen. New growth emerges bronze making a pretty contrast with its early blooms. This vigorous evergreen climber is best grown in a sheltered spot away from strong winds. Given plenty of space to grow, it will need little maintenance, and quickly covers unsightly fences, walls or outbuildings. Height: 5m (15’). Spread: 3m (10’). Pruning group: 1

Plant Size Height Up to 500cm (197in)
Spread Up to 300cm (118in)

Hardiness & Longevity Hardy Shrub

Ideal For walls and fencescottage gardensscented gardens

Position In sun or semi shade

Flowering Months

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Codes
1 x 2 Litre Potted Plant (KC0973)

Feed and water frequently throughout the growing season. This variety of clematis flowers in early spring on the previous year's growth. Pruning should be undertaken in summer, after flowering. When pruning Clematis armandii, remove any damaged or dead stems entirely before cutting back the remaining stems to a pair of healthy buds to maintain the plant within it's alloted space. In spring, apply a mulch of well rotted manure or garden compost to the base of the plant in order to protect the roots and conserve soil moisture.

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