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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clematis 'Ruby' · Clematis 'Ruby'
Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, with the roots and base of the plant kept cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles at the base. Plant with the crown 5-8cm (2-3in) deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. Can be grown in containers at least 45cm (18in) deep and wide in a soil based potting compost. See clematis cultivation for more advice
Watering: Deep watering with cool roots, avoid soggy crownSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling