Can you identify this Clematis?

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The plant was probably planted summer 02 or spring 03.


It was here when we moved in and we have no idea what kind of Clematis it is.





I took pictures, unfortunately, the flowers are either falling off or not open yet. It blooms all summer, but was more prolific earlier than now.





We need to remove the deck that the trellis is attached to.





We'd like to leave it where it is, but will need to prune it back heavily to get the base of the trellis off of the deck and able to stand on its own. We may have to move it, but we would rather not.





Has anybody ever done this?


We are in zone 8, in SW Washington state.





So... answers I am looking for:


1. What is the name of this Clematis?


2. Can I prune it WAY back and allow it to live?


3. Can I move it?


4. What would you do?





Thanks a bunch,


Jan

Can you identify this Clematis?
I believe it is Clematis montana rubens - a very lovely one! This variety doesn't normally require any pruning.





Perhaps you can cut the trellis at the base and then slip the Clematis off of it and lay the vines in the grassy area? Then you can leave it where it is. If that is not possible, perhaps just prune what is on the trellis off it. If you must move it, I would not cut it back and try and leave as much of the plant intact as possible. All in all, it's pretty hardy but I would mulch the base as to protect it from any possible freezing since you'll be moving it.





If it were me and I didn't have to move the plant, I would try and take as little off as possible. If I had to move it, I would dig it up and move it. Plants are pretty hardy though. I transplanted some rose bushes in the heat of August (I know, I know-I had to do it) but they are doing fine. Who knew?!





Good luck.





P.S. Cute little cottage in the background! ;)
Reply:Hi - It looks like Clematis Montana. I have one that I have just pruned hard back - to about 18 - 24" and as it is a bit of a thug I have to do this every 3 - 4 years as it becomes top heavy. They are gorgeous and are really good at covering an area. They don't need annual pruning like some but if it needs a hair cut it is tough enough to take it. I wouldn't try and move it the root system would be massive. You could try pinning down a few bits and see if you can strike some cuttings. Best of luck and happy gardening.
Reply:Maybe: Clematis Texensis Group 'Duchess of Albany'


A moderately fast growing, semi-herbaceous climber. Attractive, nodding, bright pink flowers, shading to lilac-pink at margins, are similar in shape to lily-flowered tulips. During autumn and winter the plant is adorned with silky seed heads.


Suitable for growing over fences, pergolas, arbors and walls or scrambling through low growing plants. Best grown in a sunny, warm and sheltered position


flowers colour: pink, tulip-shaped


plants height: 2-3 m


flowers size: small


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Reply:To me it look like:





Clematis Integrifolia Group 'Rosea' You do not trim clematis back. They bloom off the dead wood. You may can root and move but with a vine that big I don't know if it would live. I think it is beautiful and I would leave it alone.





I live in the South and it gets too hot here for them to get that large.
Reply:It looks like a Jackmani Clematis to me. You have some options, The best one may be to cut it back later in the season, and watch for new growth the following spring. Clematis need to be pruned back to prevent them from getting scraggly. Check the link for someone that had a similar problem with an overgrown Jackmani.





Good Luck...

Should a clematis be cut down to the ground after it blooms, or only in the fall?

It depends on which clematis you have.





Those that bloom on new wood (current years growth) - these you cut down when they start looking ugly or in late winter/very early spring.





Some bloom on old wood (last years growth) - these you just give a trim in the late summer/early fall but don't cut them completely down.

Should a clematis be cut down to the ground after it blooms, or only in the fall?
Leave it till next year unless some parts are dried out completely.

rain roots

Is clematis related to the grape?

I visited a vineyard a few months ago and at the time I wanted to ask if the plant was related to the grape at all, because they look similar in some ways, but I thought the grower probably wouldn't know.


I was just struck by the bark and the trunk that are similar.

Is clematis related to the grape?
Magnoliophyta is a vast group that includes all flowering and fruit /seed bearing plants . They are still commonly referred to as 'ANGIOSPERMS' ( Thus Gymnosperms are excluded )





Magnoliopsida is a group with in the above and includes only the DICOTYLEDONOUS plant. ( Thus Monocotyledons are excluded !)





Clematis and Grapes ( Vitis vinifera ) both are Angiosperms and both are dicots ; therefore to that extent their classification is parallel.





But now they differ .





Clematis belongs to Family or order Ranunculaceae; whereas Vitis blongs to Vitaceae .





Both have different floral structure.
Reply:No. They are both climbers but there the similarity ends.
Reply:im not sure i dont think so

Clematis has MILDEW? leaves turning yellow with spots, grey spots on flowers too, ?can it be saved?

Are you sure this is mildew? It sounds more like either an insect problem or perhaps a mineral deficiency. Watch for holes and galls in the leaves, or leaves curling around webs: a good sign of insects. If all you have is a color change, try testing your soil's PH balance, and make sure you haven't over-fertilized.





If your clematis developes white fuzzy patches, it is a sign of powdery mildew, and your plant is a goner!





Your local library should be able to provide you with some really good gardening books, that will answer a lot of your questions about plant care.

Clematis has MILDEW? leaves turning yellow with spots, grey spots on flowers too, ?can it be saved?
is pretty much dead, may be wilt, have trimmed back, and see if comes back next year Report It

Reply:i think so,try putting a drop of dish soap in 2 cups of water,spray the plant, do the under side of leaves %26amp; flower too ,this should take care of the problem

How many clematis.......?

I recently put up an arbor that is approx 15" L and 80" H. I want to plant clematis to grow up it. My question is should I plant one at each corner or one on each side to get it to cover? Im not sure which variety I want as of yet. Any help would be great! Thanks!

How many clematis.......?
I say, the more, the merrier! There are so many beautiful colors of clematis to choose from....get a couple of colors that look great together---purple and pink would be beautiful!
Reply:At least two. There are many beautiful varieties. There is also the Fall Clematis, which grows like crazy!





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When do you prune clematis vines in Indiana?

i live in northern indiana and i always trim mine down after the threat of frost is over in the spring.

When do you prune clematis vines in Indiana?
It depends on the variety of clematis. They are rated in class A, B %26amp; C. Check out the clamatis society at:


www.clematis.com

Teeth

Pruned my clematis last year. Loads of leaves this year but no flowers. What have I done ?

I have lots of different clematis growing...I cut them right back about every 4 years to encourage some new growth. I prick the centres out of the trailers which encourages two more shoots to form...You usually find that next year you will have plenty of flowers..so dont worry.! just keep feeding it every two weeks with 'Miracle grow' and you will have a lovely show next year....

Pruned my clematis last year. Loads of leaves this year but no flowers. What have I done ?
All clematis are not pruned the same. Depends on the variety. Some flower on new seasons growth, others on last seasons growth. So you ideally need to identify your specimen to know which action to take regarding pruning. If for example you had what should be an early flowering variety on last years growth, and you pruned it hard too early in spring, or late last year, you will have removed its flowering ability.These should be pruned after flowering. On the other hand, if it's a later flowering type, pruning in spring is ok, new growth appears and in due course, the same season, flowers. The plants will survive if you prune them wrong, but they will give reduced shows of flower, possibly none at all.
Reply:You have cut off the flower buds that were formed last year. Do not prune unless you really have to.
Reply:Clematis is usually pruned in the late winter or early spring ... by pruning it in the fall you may have stopped it from blooming this year ...wait until February or March to prune it next year, and it should bloom that summer.
Reply:give it a good feed, it probably won't flower this year but next year it will be stronger, it's nothing to panic about you've just pruned at the wrong time of the year (winter months are best for Clematis)