scented clematis

How to Grow and Care for scented clematis

scented clematis · Clematis × aromatica

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Keep the base of the plant and roots cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Plant with the crown of the clematis at soil level. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure, avoiding the immediate crown. Ideal for a border where it can be supported by other plants or useful groundcover. See clematis cultivation for more advice

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterloggingSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing scented clematis

scented clematis
Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
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Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
ToxicitySkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Keep the base of the plant and roots cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Plant with the crown of the clematis at soil level. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure, avoiding the immediate crown. Ideal for a border where it can be supported by other plants or useful groundcover. See clematis cultivation for more advice

How to Water scented clematis?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for scented clematis?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for scented clematis?

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What Soil Is Best for scented clematis?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for scented clematis?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize scented clematis?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

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How to Prune scented clematis?

Pruning (clematis) group 3

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How to Propagate scented clematis?

Divide or take basal cuttings of this semi-herbaceous species in spring or semi-ripe cuttings in early summer

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How to Transplant scented clematis?

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How to Care for scented clematis in Winter?

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How to Plant scented clematis?

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Keep the base of the plant and roots cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Plant with the crown of the clematis at soil level. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure, avoiding the immediate crown. Ideal for a border where it can be supported by other plants or useful groundcover. See clematis cultivation for more advice

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How to Repot scented clematis?

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How to Harvest scented clematis?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), clematis wilt and clematis slime flux

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids, snails and caterpillars; petals may be eaten by earwigs

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The Toxicity of scented clematis

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of scented clematis

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height1.5-2.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Clematis × aromatica
Genus
Clematis
Family
Ranunculaceae
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