clematis [Cassis]

clematis [Cassis] · Pruning

clematis [Cassis] · Clematis Cassis ('Evipo020')

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 deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. See clematis cultivation for further advice

Watering: Deep watering with cool roots, avoid soggy crownSunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

How to Prune clematis [Cassis]?

Clematis pruning: group three - Cut back last year's stems to a pair of strong buds 20cm above soil level before new growth begins in early spring