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Beginner skill rating |
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1m max. spread |
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6m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Clematis flammula
Other names: Fragrant virgin's bower
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Genus: Clematis
Species: C. flammula - C. flammula is a deciduous or semi-evergreen climber with compound, slightly hairy, dark green leaves and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped, white flowers with creamy anthers from midsummer to autumn.
Clematis flammula is: Semi evergreen
Flower: White, Cream in Summer; White, Cream in Autumn
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Fragrance: Flowers are fragrant.
Habit: Climbing
Clematis flammula (Fragrant virgin's bower) will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, Containers, Ground Cover, Wallside and trellises, Woodland
Cultivation: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil, especially chalky soils. Plant the top of the root ball 8cm below the soil surface. The roots and base of the plant should be shaded. Mulch in late winter.
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Chalky, Clay, Loamy |
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| Soil drainage: |
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained |
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Alkaline, Neutral |
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| Light: |
Partial Shade, Full Sun |
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North, South, East, West |
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| Exposure: |
Exposed, Sheltered |
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| Hardiness: |
Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) |
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