clematis 'Praecox'

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Praecox' is a deciduous herbaceous sub-shrub with long scrambling stems bearing pinnate, strongly toothed leaves. Abundant, 2cm in width flowers with four recurved, pale milky-blue sepals from midsummer to early autumn

Scientific classification

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

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of clematis 'Praecox'

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of clematis 'Praecox'

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clematis 'Praecox' care guide

Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically dry
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically dry

Fertilizing

Balanced clematis feed monthly in spring, higher potash before bloom

Pruning

Clematis pruning: group three

Propagation

Propagate by layering, division or basal stem cuttings

Growing

Plant in a moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. Keep the base of the plant and roots cool and shaded by other plants or a layer of pebbles or flat stones at the base. Plant with the crown of the clematis at soil level. Mulch in late winter with garden compost or well-rotted manure, avoiding the immediate crown. Ideal for a border where it can be supported by other plants or useful groundcover and for trailing over walls. See clematis cultivation for more advice

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