How to Prune Clematis petriei?
Established plants usually need no routine pruning. If needed, trim overlong shoots and remove damaged growth to healthy buds after flowering in mid- to late spring, once frost risk has passed.
Clematis petriei · Pruning
Clematis petriei · Clematis petriei
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 shoots to grow from below ground level. Good for ground cover or scrambling up trees in a naturalistic setting. See clematis cultivation
Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; water more in dry spells.Sunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeSkin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling