downy clematis · Clematis macropetala
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
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely), clematis wilt and clematis slime flux
May be susceptible to aphids and caterpillars on young growth; petals can be eaten by earwigs
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