clematis 'Piilu'

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Piilu' is a vigorous, medium-sized deciduous climber. The first flush of flowers in late spring are usually double or semi-double with the second in late summer being single and sometimes paler in colour. All flowers are pale pink, each petal with a dark-pink central band and the central boss is made up of creamy-white to pale yellow anthers

Scientific classification

Species: clematis 'Piilu' (Clematis 'Piilu')
Genus: Clematis
Family: Ranunculaceae

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of clematis 'Piilu'

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of clematis 'Piilu'

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clematis 'Piilu' care guide

Water regularly to keep soil moist; ensure good drainage and protect the root zone.
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Water regularly to keep soil moist; ensure good drainage and protect the root zone.

Fertilizing

Apply a balanced, high-phosphorus fertilizer in early spring and again after first bloom.

Pruning

Pruning (clematis) group 2

Propagation

Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

Plant in a sheltered position 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 at the base. Plant with the crown 5-8cm deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. See clematis cultivation

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