clematis [Volunteer]

clematis [Volunteer] · Pruning

clematis [Volunteer] · Clematis Volunteer ('Evipo080')

Plant in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil, best in partial shade, 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. Can be grown in containers at least 45cm deep and wide in a loam-based potting compost. 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

How to Prune clematis [Volunteer]?

In late winter or early spring as buds start growing, cut old stems to the lowest healthy bud pair, about 15–30 cm above the soil. Herbaceous types may be cut near ground level in early spring or late autumn.