Clematis montana Grandiflora is a deciduous climber and a wonderful choice for early season colour in the garden and is perfect for covering unsightly fences. They grow quickly and in just a year or so will give a fine display.
Plant them anywhere where they can climb - pergolas and arches or even old tree stumps are ideal - and you\'ll be rewarded with thousands of pure white blooms in May and June.
Montanas should be pruned - if necessary - soon after blooming ceases removing only wood from previous years. New summer growth will bear next years flowers and should be trained and tied in accordingly.
Supplied as an established plant in a 15cm pot.
Care
Plant with the crown of the plant 5-8cm deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level.Clematis like a cool root run so try and plant so that the roots are shaded.
If you are planting in a sunny position, place some pieces of slate or flat stones on the soil after planting or use groundcover plants to keep the roots cool.
Feed in spring with a general-purpose feed, avoiding the stems. Mulch immediately afterwards with organic matter such as well-rotted manure, leafmould or garden compost.
Water regularly during periods of dry weather in the first few seasons after planting, especially for container plants.
Clematis in pots should be given a liquid feed through the summer and early autumn.
Montana Clematis should be pruned when necessary soon after blooming, removing only wood from previous years - basically a tidy up when it has finished flowering.
New summer growth will bear next years flowers and should be trained and tied in accordingly.
Content:
- Clematis Montana Grandiflora Tripod (15cm)
- 1 x Plant
