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 'Marilyn' · Pests & diseases
clematis 'Marilyn' · Clematis 'Marilyn'
Grow in full sun or partial shade in cool, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, with the crown 5-8cm deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level; keep the base of the plant and the roots cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles or flat stones; for more advice, see clematis cultivation
Watering: Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically drySunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling