Clematis montana - 'Rubens' Type Climber, Deciduous, Flowering Form Low Growing or Spreading Plant Size Climbing or Spreading Plant Colours Dark pink Flowers (Spring), Medium green Foliage Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant Hardiness Very hardy, Drought Tolerant Growth Fast Growing Plant Earmark this plant   Clematis montana cultivation notes: Clematis will flourish in full sun or partial shade, prefering a shletered spot in deep fertile soil where its roots to be kept cool. Avoid really hot dry or water logged soils and try to plant where roots are in a shady spot. Plant 3 -4 inches below the soil level using plenty soil improver. Tie young growth into support and trim to shape after flowering. Mulch soil surface with compost in autumn avoiding base of stem and continue to tie in growth and trim to shape. Plant Strengths: Sun loving drought tolerant plant; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Ideal for fast growing screening; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Tolerates cold exposed locations; Tolerates heavy clay soils. Plant Weaknesses: Invasive top growth. Design & Plant Use for Clematis montana: Flowering climbing plant for added interest on walls and structures Flowering climbing plant for added interest on walls and structures If you've enjoyed the FindMePlants website, why don't you help make it better and buy the FMP boys a cuppa?

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