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 'Voluceau' · Pests & diseases
clematis 'Voluceau' · Clematis 'Voluceau'
Plant in 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. Plant with the crown 5-8cm (2-3in) deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. See clematis cultivation for more advice
Watering: Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically drySunlight: Full shade · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling