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Clematis flammula (Fragrant virgin's bower)
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6m
Max height
Max height
1m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
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To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Clematis flammula
Other names
Fragrant virgin's bower
Genus
Clematis 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
Fragrance
Flowers are fragrant.
Habit
Climbing
Flower
White, Cream in Summer; White, Cream in Autumn
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Earwigs Aphids , Caterpillars , Earwigs
Slime flux Slime flux
General care
Pruning
Group 3 - Cut back last year's stems to a pair of strong buds 20 cm above soil level before new growth begins in early spring.
Propagation methods
Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Clematis flammula (Fragrant virgin's bower) will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3)
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Botanical name
Clematis flammula
Other names
Fragrant virgin's bower
Genus
Clematis 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.
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Fragrance
Flowers are fragrant.
Habit
Climbing
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Colour
Flower
White, Cream in Summer; White, Cream in Autumn
Foliage
Dark-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids , Caterpillars , Earwigs
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Group 3 - Cut back last year's stems to a pair of strong buds 20 cm above soil level before new growth begins in early spring.
Propagation methods
Layering, Semi-hardwood cuttings
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Where to grow
Clematis flammula (Fragrant virgin's bower) will reach a height of 6m and a spread of 1m after 2-5 years.
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.
Soil type
Chalky, Clay, Loamy
Soil drainage
Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Partial Shade, Full Sun
Aspect
North, South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3)
USDA zones
Zone 9, Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6
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| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | Tell us... |
| Light: | Partial Shade, Full Sun | Tell us... |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | Tell us... |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | Tell us... |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4), Tender in frost (H3) | Tell us... |
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