marsh clematis

marsh clematis · Pruning

marsh clematis · Clematis crispa
Also known as: curlflower; curly clematis; marsh clematis

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 if left to scramble through a border, unsupported. See clematis cultivation

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 marsh clematis?

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.