Clematis montana (Virgin's Bower)

Type Climber, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Low Growing or Spreading Plant
Size Climbing or Spreading Plant
Colours White Flowers (Spring), Green Foliage
Care Regular Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Very Hardy, Drought Tolerant
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Clematis montana description: The montanas are the most popular and easily grown Clematis. Producing a reliable abundance of pink / white flowers in spring, this fast growing deciduous climber flourishes in most conditions, providing rapid screening in full sun or partial shade.

Clematis montana cultivation notes: This hardy climber will flourish in full sun or partial shade. Clematis prefer their roots to be kept cool - so don’t plant in hot dry soils. Tie young growth into support as the plant grows and trim to shape after flowering. Mulch in winter.

Plant Strengths: Sun loving draught tolerant plant; Scented blossom; Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Suitable for container growing; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils.

Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth.

Common Missspellings: Klematis, Clemetis, Clemertis, Klemartis, Klemaitis
Clematis montana (Virgin's Bower)
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