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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
http://www.clematis.com.pl/wms/wmsg.php/...
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...
Friday, November 18, 2011
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.
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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.
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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
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
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!
http://s7ondemand5.scene7.com/is/image/P...
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!
http://s7ondemand5.scene7.com/is/image/P...
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
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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
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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)
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)
Why doesn't my climbing clematis grow. it's healthy but won't grow onto my trellis?
Thats a bit odd. Try using small ties to train a few trails to the trellis. Mine grows up one side and completely over the top. I did have to train it to start. A loose bread tie works great. Be careful not to get it tight.
Why doesn't my climbing clematis grow. it's healthy but won't grow onto my trellis?
It might be growing towards the sun.
Reply:Feed it. Give it some bone and blood meal
Reply:keep the bottom root area shaded
Why doesn't my climbing clematis grow. it's healthy but won't grow onto my trellis?
It might be growing towards the sun.
Reply:Feed it. Give it some bone and blood meal
Reply:keep the bottom root area shaded
Why is my clematis not flowering???
I have untangled two large-flowered clematis,2 months ago,and trained them along wires on a south facing wall.
They are planted about 4-5 feet apart,and the roots are protected by a mulch of small stones.
I have watered them both regularly,but not excessively,and fed them with a weak feed every 2 weeks.
However,whilst one-a lovely purple colour-has flourished,the other,a pinky colour,has brown dry patches on its leaves,and does not seem well at all,but has a few buds which may turn into flowers.
Why is my clematis not flowering???
I am in agreement with the other poster.
But just in case, read this about problems. Good information about all types on this website:
From:
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/1000/12...
"The most devastating problem of clematis is a fungal stem rot and leaf spot caused by the fungus Ascochyta clematidina and commonly called "wilt." This is a disease on large-flowered hybrids. Small-flowered hybrids and the species and their cultivars are less susceptible to wilt. Symptoms include a sudden stem collapse typically as the flower buds are about to open, and within a few days, the stem and leaves turn black. Only one or perhaps several stems in a plant may wilt. The stem discolors and may exhibit lesions below the first pair of wilted leaves. Any part of the plant can be attacked down to and just below the soil level. The usual treatment is to remove the diseased stem below the wilted section, even below soil line. Plants usually recover from buds lower on the stem. Powdery mildew is another fungal disease that can occur on flowers and young stems, usually in July and August. It should be treated with a fungicide when first noticed as the fungus can disfigure leaves and flower buds, causing them not to open. Mildew often occurs on plants in poorly ventilated locations. If this is the case, consider moving the plant. Aphids may feed early in the season on new growth. Slugs may attack newly planted plants or even feed on bark of young stems. Earwigs may feed on blooms and foliage or bore into unopened flower buds. Rabbits and mice may feed on or girdle stems. Birds may feed on overwintering buds."
Reply:Sometimes Clematis's take a long time to flower. I planted two of them in the spring. Both were about 1 1/2 feet tall. One of them only flowered once, a huge white flower. My other clematis has two purple flowers that flowered this week, and more coming. It takes a long time for some clematis's. Give them time, I bet they will flower.
Reply:I have a climatis - a purple one - that I bought last year and plaanted. It flowered through May but didnt bloom again all year ( no new growth either ) this year in may it bloomed and grew twice its size and had about 50 blooms on it, but again it hasnt flowered since the last of the buds died off. I water it regularly and it has a slow release fertilizer in the soil ( that I added this spring ) but nothing. I wish I knew the answer as well, because I think they are suppose to bloom all summer.
Reply:Clematis dont always bloom until second year. There are different varieties that bloom several times during their season and some only bloom once and then are done until next year. Its possible you bruised the leaves when you untangled them. They like their feet to stay cool so I usually plant some pansys to cover their root ball. Keep up with your good work they are like grape vines that take awhile but worth the wait
They are planted about 4-5 feet apart,and the roots are protected by a mulch of small stones.
I have watered them both regularly,but not excessively,and fed them with a weak feed every 2 weeks.
However,whilst one-a lovely purple colour-has flourished,the other,a pinky colour,has brown dry patches on its leaves,and does not seem well at all,but has a few buds which may turn into flowers.
Why is my clematis not flowering???
I am in agreement with the other poster.
But just in case, read this about problems. Good information about all types on this website:
From:
http://ohioline.osu.edu/hyg-fact/1000/12...
"The most devastating problem of clematis is a fungal stem rot and leaf spot caused by the fungus Ascochyta clematidina and commonly called "wilt." This is a disease on large-flowered hybrids. Small-flowered hybrids and the species and their cultivars are less susceptible to wilt. Symptoms include a sudden stem collapse typically as the flower buds are about to open, and within a few days, the stem and leaves turn black. Only one or perhaps several stems in a plant may wilt. The stem discolors and may exhibit lesions below the first pair of wilted leaves. Any part of the plant can be attacked down to and just below the soil level. The usual treatment is to remove the diseased stem below the wilted section, even below soil line. Plants usually recover from buds lower on the stem. Powdery mildew is another fungal disease that can occur on flowers and young stems, usually in July and August. It should be treated with a fungicide when first noticed as the fungus can disfigure leaves and flower buds, causing them not to open. Mildew often occurs on plants in poorly ventilated locations. If this is the case, consider moving the plant. Aphids may feed early in the season on new growth. Slugs may attack newly planted plants or even feed on bark of young stems. Earwigs may feed on blooms and foliage or bore into unopened flower buds. Rabbits and mice may feed on or girdle stems. Birds may feed on overwintering buds."
Reply:Sometimes Clematis's take a long time to flower. I planted two of them in the spring. Both were about 1 1/2 feet tall. One of them only flowered once, a huge white flower. My other clematis has two purple flowers that flowered this week, and more coming. It takes a long time for some clematis's. Give them time, I bet they will flower.
Reply:I have a climatis - a purple one - that I bought last year and plaanted. It flowered through May but didnt bloom again all year ( no new growth either ) this year in may it bloomed and grew twice its size and had about 50 blooms on it, but again it hasnt flowered since the last of the buds died off. I water it regularly and it has a slow release fertilizer in the soil ( that I added this spring ) but nothing. I wish I knew the answer as well, because I think they are suppose to bloom all summer.
Reply:Clematis dont always bloom until second year. There are different varieties that bloom several times during their season and some only bloom once and then are done until next year. Its possible you bruised the leaves when you untangled them. They like their feet to stay cool so I usually plant some pansys to cover their root ball. Keep up with your good work they are like grape vines that take awhile but worth the wait
Jackmanii clematis--is it dead?
I bought a box with three clematis in it from Home Depot and waited about a month befor I planted the three plants. They look pretty dead, but I think the roots are ok. Will the plants come back to life?
Jackmanii clematis--is it dead?
If the roots look ok I would say it should but probably won't do too much this year, I was sick of mine and dug it up so I thought, but it came back. You should be okay.
Reply:If the roots were still good they should be ok. Water them well and keep the roots mulched and shady.
Reply:Did the clematis have any shoots out when you bought them? Have the shoots died? Clematis do not tolerate dry conditions. so if they had begun sprouting, they were transpiring but getting no water to replace what they lost. When the shoots died, they died.
If they had no shoots and they have been stored in a constantly cool, dark place they may be still dormant.
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Jackmanii clematis--is it dead?
If the roots look ok I would say it should but probably won't do too much this year, I was sick of mine and dug it up so I thought, but it came back. You should be okay.
Reply:If the roots were still good they should be ok. Water them well and keep the roots mulched and shady.
Reply:Did the clematis have any shoots out when you bought them? Have the shoots died? Clematis do not tolerate dry conditions. so if they had begun sprouting, they were transpiring but getting no water to replace what they lost. When the shoots died, they died.
If they had no shoots and they have been stored in a constantly cool, dark place they may be still dormant.
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My clematis seems to be dying!?
I recently purchased a clematis that I planted among my other clematis-not too close, sunny spot with mulched roots, the others are doing fine but this plant looks very wilted- is this normal? I just planted it three days ago and watered it thoroughly. What else should I do?
My clematis seems to be dying!?
Did you plant it in the heat of the day? It may need a few more days to get established. I actually put an umbrella in the ground next to a new seedling while it adjusts. LOL. I imagine it will do fine. Give it a few more days.
Reply:Maybe it was not a healthy specimen?
Reply:First if you have a large amount of mulch on top of the root structure remove it, Plants need as much air to the roots as they do water. Wilty leaves are not uncomon during transplantation, should perk up in a week or so. DONT over water, check the soil, if it feels dry give it a little drink, if its wet leave it alone you could drown it. good luck.
My clematis seems to be dying!?
Did you plant it in the heat of the day? It may need a few more days to get established. I actually put an umbrella in the ground next to a new seedling while it adjusts. LOL. I imagine it will do fine. Give it a few more days.
Reply:Maybe it was not a healthy specimen?
Reply:First if you have a large amount of mulch on top of the root structure remove it, Plants need as much air to the roots as they do water. Wilty leaves are not uncomon during transplantation, should perk up in a week or so. DONT over water, check the soil, if it feels dry give it a little drink, if its wet leave it alone you could drown it. good luck.
I moved my baby clematis indoors. and its still growing like crazy is this going to hurt the plant? Colorado
I live in colorado, its been warm here lately. I have her in a very bright warm bedroom which somehow has stimulated some major growth... Should I cut her back down, or just prune her back????
I moved my baby clematis indoors. and its still growing like crazy is this going to hurt the plant? Colorado
Clematis definitely need a dormant period. If you're going to leave it in a pot, make sure the pot is very well insulated - such as wrapping it with bubble wrap and sitting on the south side of the house or garage so it gets extra warmth,or even burying the pot in the ground (and then digging it up next spring).
Reply:Clematis need to go dormant in the winter. Unless it's a REALLY young plant, leave it outdoors (that's assuming the plant is in the ground). If it's in a pot, then keep it outdoors but in a place where it won't freeze the pot of dirt solid (maybe a cold porch near the house?). I used to live in Colorado, so I know that's not easy, but mostly you need to find someplace that doesn't drop more than three or four degrees below freezing if it's in a pot.
The truly best thing to do would be to put it in the ground while the soil is still workable, and let mother nature do her thing.
Good luck!
Reply:most of the clematis i own die off in winter time , the vine part, but the roots of the plant continue to live and will throw out new vines in the spring. i wouldn't prune it and just let nature take its coarse. if it starts to look like its dead it probably still alive so let it be and it will come back in spring.
I moved my baby clematis indoors. and its still growing like crazy is this going to hurt the plant? Colorado
Clematis definitely need a dormant period. If you're going to leave it in a pot, make sure the pot is very well insulated - such as wrapping it with bubble wrap and sitting on the south side of the house or garage so it gets extra warmth,or even burying the pot in the ground (and then digging it up next spring).
Reply:Clematis need to go dormant in the winter. Unless it's a REALLY young plant, leave it outdoors (that's assuming the plant is in the ground). If it's in a pot, then keep it outdoors but in a place where it won't freeze the pot of dirt solid (maybe a cold porch near the house?). I used to live in Colorado, so I know that's not easy, but mostly you need to find someplace that doesn't drop more than three or four degrees below freezing if it's in a pot.
The truly best thing to do would be to put it in the ground while the soil is still workable, and let mother nature do her thing.
Good luck!
Reply:most of the clematis i own die off in winter time , the vine part, but the roots of the plant continue to live and will throw out new vines in the spring. i wouldn't prune it and just let nature take its coarse. if it starts to look like its dead it probably still alive so let it be and it will come back in spring.
Question on moving a clematis...can u help ?
I have a beautiful blue flowering clematis - but I planted it in the wrong spot. I would like to move it against my house where I just dug up some lemon balm - which I am sorry I planted (it overtakes the area!).
Chicago climate - it's been 60 - 70's lately -but not the norm. Is this a good time - or wait till mid-April. We could still get snow here!
My question is - How do I make sure I don't have any residual
lemon balm - and what's the best way to transplat this healthy clematis. (it's been 3 years in the same spot - it's really full and I hate to kill it.) Thanks!
Question on moving a clematis...can u help ?
Clematis is best transplanted in winter when it is dormant. If you get snow or your ground freezes, transplant it as absolutely late as possible before these occur. If your clematis has buds or blooms now, you should wait until next fall/winter for your move. If you can't wait, just know that while it still might make it, it just as as easily may not. When you do move it, prepare the new planting site first. Dig in plenty of organic material and ensure that the planting hole is generous enough to take the rootball. If the plant has become very tangled in its support, cut it back hard. If you can, bundle the clematis stems and tie them together loosely while transplanting. Dig up the clematis with as large a root ball as you can. Lift it with a sack or section of strong horticultural cloth underneath. Plant the clematis about 2 inches deeper than previously to encourage new growth from the root. Transplanted clematis will need plenty of water in the first year after moving, water twice weekly. Also watch for signs that the ground is not free-draining enough (a frequent cause of death) until the plant has re-established. It will most likely skip a flowering as a result of the transplant, but that does not mean it did not transplant well.
With regard to the lemon balm, you can't use any sure method of getting rid of it, such as an herbicide, because that will kill other plants you want to keep. While it is a pain to keep digging them up, the good thing with plants is that they all can't help but eventually show themselves, so you will see any that you miss and will just have to keep digging it up until it's all gone.
Reply:everything that charity said but i would move it while it was still dormant with as large a root ball as possible and when u plant it put some straw down to protect it from any bad weather
Reply:First of all, I'd wait until the risk of snow is over. About the balm, I'd just make sure to get all the roots I could find, and weed well around the area to make sure none of the "weeds" that are tiny are really lemon balm. You might need to rototill the area, too, to make sure that it's going to be good for the clematis. And for the transplant... I wish I could help, but I haven't transplanted any of mine. I could guess, but if I were wrong, I wouldn't want the plant to be hurt.
Reply:You've had it there for 3 years....? That makes things difficult because the roots have surely spred out far. I'd wait until your risk of snow is over for sure. Until then I'd keep an eye on the spot that you just dug. When you do dig it up, dig a circle that is double the width of the plant. You are surely going to have to cut some of the roots, but make sure that you don't do it too much. Your plant is going to be very stressed so you will need to treat it like you did when you first planted it. Since it will be in a new area get some starter fertilizer. You will also have to water it faithfully. If you really don't want to take the risk of killing it I'd leave it where it is and then buy a new one to go in the other spot. Other than that there is no way to guarantee that you wont kill it, no matter how careful you are.
Reply:I have no idea. Maybe u can call a garden center and ask them.Im in chicago, weathers been great, but ur right, we can still have snow, so I would wait till mid April, just to make sure da risk of snow is over! I cant wait to move to florida!
Chicago climate - it's been 60 - 70's lately -but not the norm. Is this a good time - or wait till mid-April. We could still get snow here!
My question is - How do I make sure I don't have any residual
lemon balm - and what's the best way to transplat this healthy clematis. (it's been 3 years in the same spot - it's really full and I hate to kill it.) Thanks!
Question on moving a clematis...can u help ?
Clematis is best transplanted in winter when it is dormant. If you get snow or your ground freezes, transplant it as absolutely late as possible before these occur. If your clematis has buds or blooms now, you should wait until next fall/winter for your move. If you can't wait, just know that while it still might make it, it just as as easily may not. When you do move it, prepare the new planting site first. Dig in plenty of organic material and ensure that the planting hole is generous enough to take the rootball. If the plant has become very tangled in its support, cut it back hard. If you can, bundle the clematis stems and tie them together loosely while transplanting. Dig up the clematis with as large a root ball as you can. Lift it with a sack or section of strong horticultural cloth underneath. Plant the clematis about 2 inches deeper than previously to encourage new growth from the root. Transplanted clematis will need plenty of water in the first year after moving, water twice weekly. Also watch for signs that the ground is not free-draining enough (a frequent cause of death) until the plant has re-established. It will most likely skip a flowering as a result of the transplant, but that does not mean it did not transplant well.
With regard to the lemon balm, you can't use any sure method of getting rid of it, such as an herbicide, because that will kill other plants you want to keep. While it is a pain to keep digging them up, the good thing with plants is that they all can't help but eventually show themselves, so you will see any that you miss and will just have to keep digging it up until it's all gone.
Reply:everything that charity said but i would move it while it was still dormant with as large a root ball as possible and when u plant it put some straw down to protect it from any bad weather
Reply:First of all, I'd wait until the risk of snow is over. About the balm, I'd just make sure to get all the roots I could find, and weed well around the area to make sure none of the "weeds" that are tiny are really lemon balm. You might need to rototill the area, too, to make sure that it's going to be good for the clematis. And for the transplant... I wish I could help, but I haven't transplanted any of mine. I could guess, but if I were wrong, I wouldn't want the plant to be hurt.
Reply:You've had it there for 3 years....? That makes things difficult because the roots have surely spred out far. I'd wait until your risk of snow is over for sure. Until then I'd keep an eye on the spot that you just dug. When you do dig it up, dig a circle that is double the width of the plant. You are surely going to have to cut some of the roots, but make sure that you don't do it too much. Your plant is going to be very stressed so you will need to treat it like you did when you first planted it. Since it will be in a new area get some starter fertilizer. You will also have to water it faithfully. If you really don't want to take the risk of killing it I'd leave it where it is and then buy a new one to go in the other spot. Other than that there is no way to guarantee that you wont kill it, no matter how careful you are.
Reply:I have no idea. Maybe u can call a garden center and ask them.Im in chicago, weathers been great, but ur right, we can still have snow, so I would wait till mid April, just to make sure da risk of snow is over! I cant wait to move to florida!
Clematis cuttings?
Anyone got any tips for successfully rooting clematis cuttings?
Clematis cuttings?
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Reply:two ways of doing this ...
1st find a stem that will reach to the ground ... lay is on the earth ... put a slate over it and a brick to keep it in place ... check after a few weeks to see if it has rooted ...
2nd get a clear plastic bag ... some sphagnum moss ... find a stem that is not too old wrap the soaked moss around the stem where you have removed some leaves ... cut the bag so that it is now a piece of flat plastic ... wrap this around the moss ... tie at the top and bottom ... so what you have resembles a Christmas cracker ... wait for the roots too start too appear ... then when the cracker is full of roots cut off below the bottom tie and pot up.
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Clematis cuttings?
http://www.rhs.org.uk/learning/publicati...
Reply:two ways of doing this ...
1st find a stem that will reach to the ground ... lay is on the earth ... put a slate over it and a brick to keep it in place ... check after a few weeks to see if it has rooted ...
2nd get a clear plastic bag ... some sphagnum moss ... find a stem that is not too old wrap the soaked moss around the stem where you have removed some leaves ... cut the bag so that it is now a piece of flat plastic ... wrap this around the moss ... tie at the top and bottom ... so what you have resembles a Christmas cracker ... wait for the roots too start too appear ... then when the cracker is full of roots cut off below the bottom tie and pot up.
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I live in the northeast. when and how do i transplant clematis?
The best time of year to move an existing clematis is while the plant is dormant before the new seasons growth begins - usually in late winter as long as the ground is not frozen. At this time of year the plant's energy is stored in the root system. Prune back the top growth to about 12 to 18 inches and dig at least a 12 inch diameter root ball as deep as possible.
Mature clematis roots can reach 4 feet down into the ground so the more roots you can save, the better. It is best to dig and prepare your new location before you dig up the plant to be transplanted. Dig a large hole, and dig it deeper than needed to make some room for compost or rotted manure in the bottom. You will also want to plant the clematis two to three inches deeper than the old level. One can use a post hole digger tool to get a nice deep hole. It is best to bury one or two pairs of latent buds, leaves and all, so that the plant can sprout from under the ground. It becomes a good insurance planting policy. The buried stem will develop roots. Before you place the plant into the new hole, throw in a handful or two of bone meal or other fertilizer high in phosphate to aid in root growth.
http://faq.gardenweb.com/faq/lists/clema...
Good luck! Hope this helps.
Mature clematis roots can reach 4 feet down into the ground so the more roots you can save, the better. It is best to dig and prepare your new location before you dig up the plant to be transplanted. Dig a large hole, and dig it deeper than needed to make some room for compost or rotted manure in the bottom. You will also want to plant the clematis two to three inches deeper than the old level. One can use a post hole digger tool to get a nice deep hole. It is best to bury one or two pairs of latent buds, leaves and all, so that the plant can sprout from under the ground. It becomes a good insurance planting policy. The buried stem will develop roots. Before you place the plant into the new hole, throw in a handful or two of bone meal or other fertilizer high in phosphate to aid in root growth.
http://faq.gardenweb.com/faq/lists/clema...
Good luck! Hope this helps.
My Clematis and Hydrangea are black with frost. Should I cut them right down are just trim them to shape?
You can if you like; you don't have to.
I live in an area that has serious winter. Both those plants will look "dead" in the winter - leafless - but in fact they are just dormant. I don't trim my hydrangea. In the spring, when it comes back to life, occasionally there will be bits here and there that seem to be dead, and I'll trim them off. But mostly, it comes back to life on its own very well.
Same with the Clematis - though I do hack the whole thing down to about a foot off the ground about every 2-3 years. It seem to help it stay bushy.
If the frost nipped back your plants, they should bounce back and put out new growth when it warms up. Maybe wait until then before trimming, so you know what's dead, and what merely lost its leaves (but has living branches).
My Clematis and Hydrangea are black with frost. Should I cut them right down are just trim them to shape?
You can cut down your clematis to almost ground level - indeed it will benefit from this. Leave the hydrangea as it is. There is protection for it in the foliage that is on it.
Reply:I never cut Hydrangeas back until all frosts have gone; I know they can look a bit crap, but the old growth protects the new buds.
Clematis; there are several "pruning groups" and without knowing your variety I could not advise.
Reply:It's too early to cut back Clematis. Some varieties should be cut back to a out a metre in February, others after flowering. Leave your Hydrangeas until they start coming into leaf.
Reply:I'd cut them down so they will have a new start in the spring.
Reply:cut em down
Reply:Don't cut either back.Clematis have different pruning requirements according to variety.
Jackmanni %26amp; viticella should be cut back anytime now to within a few buds from the bottom.
Alpina %26amp; montana clematis should build up a framework of branches,cut the sideshoots from the main stems right back in late summer.
Concerning hydrangeas,the dead flowers serve to protect this seasons' buds.in the spring cut back to the first prominent pair of leaves,just below thwe dead flower.Pruning more severely will cut away the flowers this season.
I live in an area that has serious winter. Both those plants will look "dead" in the winter - leafless - but in fact they are just dormant. I don't trim my hydrangea. In the spring, when it comes back to life, occasionally there will be bits here and there that seem to be dead, and I'll trim them off. But mostly, it comes back to life on its own very well.
Same with the Clematis - though I do hack the whole thing down to about a foot off the ground about every 2-3 years. It seem to help it stay bushy.
If the frost nipped back your plants, they should bounce back and put out new growth when it warms up. Maybe wait until then before trimming, so you know what's dead, and what merely lost its leaves (but has living branches).
My Clematis and Hydrangea are black with frost. Should I cut them right down are just trim them to shape?
You can cut down your clematis to almost ground level - indeed it will benefit from this. Leave the hydrangea as it is. There is protection for it in the foliage that is on it.
Reply:I never cut Hydrangeas back until all frosts have gone; I know they can look a bit crap, but the old growth protects the new buds.
Clematis; there are several "pruning groups" and without knowing your variety I could not advise.
Reply:It's too early to cut back Clematis. Some varieties should be cut back to a out a metre in February, others after flowering. Leave your Hydrangeas until they start coming into leaf.
Reply:I'd cut them down so they will have a new start in the spring.
Reply:cut em down
Reply:Don't cut either back.Clematis have different pruning requirements according to variety.
Jackmanni %26amp; viticella should be cut back anytime now to within a few buds from the bottom.
Alpina %26amp; montana clematis should build up a framework of branches,cut the sideshoots from the main stems right back in late summer.
Concerning hydrangeas,the dead flowers serve to protect this seasons' buds.in the spring cut back to the first prominent pair of leaves,just below thwe dead flower.Pruning more severely will cut away the flowers this season.
What plant would be best for a gazebo? Lonisera or Clematis?
Depends how big the gazebo is %26amp; what you are after.
MOST Clematis need to be cut back nearly to ground level every year after flowering, honeysuckles DON'T get cut back that hard (they can be cut back fairly hard though) but will form a woody frame of their own which you would need to keep trimmed well to be able to sit under the gazebo.
Clematis aren't heavily scented - loniceras generally are - different ones flower at different times so if you ARE after scent - make sure you don't get a winter flowering one as it would be too cold to be out in the garden then!
Clematis can have much showier flowers - if you are after more of a visual effect make sure you get one that flowers well at the relevant time of year (so spring %26amp; summer) - maybe get a couple of different ones if the gazebo is big enough.
What plant would be best for a gazebo? Lonisera or Clematis?
Clematis is pretty but sometimes temperamental, but honeysuckles attract lots of bees, a climber that I have growing up my trellis is variegated porcelain berry--absolutely beautiful. http://davesgarden.com/pf/showimage/5873...
Reply:try honeysuckle its a vine and has a very pretty flower,plus it smells good
Reply:Clematis
Reply:clematis is the business
Reply:Either plant will grow well but you will only get fragrance with a few of the clematis.
Clematis can offer evergreen foliage with C. armandii 'Apple Blossom' and fragrance in spring.
Then there is sweet autumn clematis (Clematis paniculata) that is also fragrant.
http://www.chalkhillclematis.com/nursery...
Clematis come in three pruning categories.
Catergory I are not pruned.
Cat II early/mid season large flower types that require light pruning only.
Cat III are herbaeous or non climbing as well as climbing, large flowered, and autumn blooming small flowered varieties that must be hard pruned.
http://www.chalkhillclematis.com/nursery...
http://www.joycreek.com/ref-cl.htm
Lonicera Heckrotti Goldflame is a lovely bycolor and very fragrant. (This plant is not invasive nor is it related to Lonicera japonica also called Hall's honeysuckle.)
Lonicera periclymenum syn woodbine are all fragrant.
http://www.clematis.com.pl/wms/wmsg.php/...
Are you trying for just one plant or is there some reason you can't have both? Vines will happily scramble up with each other and you can always have something in bloom by growing several if the gazebo is large. A classic presentation is to grow a thornless, fragrant, climbing roselike 'Zepherine Drouhin' for two years then add a small clematis like 'Etoile Violette' or 'Niobe' to climb the rose. 'Zepherine Drouhin' is very fragrant with a raspberry/rose aroma that matches her color.
Reply:I think Honeysuckle and Clematis look good. You have great taste. If you want me to commit I'd go clematis. especially something like periwinkle around a gazebo in a wild setting. A bluebell wood in summer.
Reply:I love Clematis vines they are just so beautiful.
I had a really pretty purple one and by accident I cut it when I was trimming our hedge and it didn't make it. It was so large too and so pretty everyone complimented on it.
Reply:clematis i think you get so many now all good
Reply:Clematis, had you thought of having a nice scented climbing rose as well ?
MOST Clematis need to be cut back nearly to ground level every year after flowering, honeysuckles DON'T get cut back that hard (they can be cut back fairly hard though) but will form a woody frame of their own which you would need to keep trimmed well to be able to sit under the gazebo.
Clematis aren't heavily scented - loniceras generally are - different ones flower at different times so if you ARE after scent - make sure you don't get a winter flowering one as it would be too cold to be out in the garden then!
Clematis can have much showier flowers - if you are after more of a visual effect make sure you get one that flowers well at the relevant time of year (so spring %26amp; summer) - maybe get a couple of different ones if the gazebo is big enough.
What plant would be best for a gazebo? Lonisera or Clematis?
Clematis is pretty but sometimes temperamental, but honeysuckles attract lots of bees, a climber that I have growing up my trellis is variegated porcelain berry--absolutely beautiful. http://davesgarden.com/pf/showimage/5873...
Reply:try honeysuckle its a vine and has a very pretty flower,plus it smells good
Reply:Clematis
Reply:clematis is the business
Reply:Either plant will grow well but you will only get fragrance with a few of the clematis.
Clematis can offer evergreen foliage with C. armandii 'Apple Blossom' and fragrance in spring.
Then there is sweet autumn clematis (Clematis paniculata) that is also fragrant.
http://www.chalkhillclematis.com/nursery...
Clematis come in three pruning categories.
Catergory I are not pruned.
Cat II early/mid season large flower types that require light pruning only.
Cat III are herbaeous or non climbing as well as climbing, large flowered, and autumn blooming small flowered varieties that must be hard pruned.
http://www.chalkhillclematis.com/nursery...
http://www.joycreek.com/ref-cl.htm
Lonicera Heckrotti Goldflame is a lovely bycolor and very fragrant. (This plant is not invasive nor is it related to Lonicera japonica also called Hall's honeysuckle.)
Lonicera periclymenum syn woodbine are all fragrant.
http://www.clematis.com.pl/wms/wmsg.php/...
Are you trying for just one plant or is there some reason you can't have both? Vines will happily scramble up with each other and you can always have something in bloom by growing several if the gazebo is large. A classic presentation is to grow a thornless, fragrant, climbing roselike 'Zepherine Drouhin' for two years then add a small clematis like 'Etoile Violette' or 'Niobe' to climb the rose. 'Zepherine Drouhin' is very fragrant with a raspberry/rose aroma that matches her color.
Reply:I think Honeysuckle and Clematis look good. You have great taste. If you want me to commit I'd go clematis. especially something like periwinkle around a gazebo in a wild setting. A bluebell wood in summer.
Reply:I love Clematis vines they are just so beautiful.
I had a really pretty purple one and by accident I cut it when I was trimming our hedge and it didn't make it. It was so large too and so pretty everyone complimented on it.
Reply:clematis i think you get so many now all good
Reply:Clematis, had you thought of having a nice scented climbing rose as well ?
I planted a red colored clematis in the shade near sun and it is about 5 inches tall now.?
It has red petals on it if it ever grows big enough. Should I be fertilizing it or will it burn it up. I thought it was going to die at 1st, but it has rallied and now is showing green leaves. The sun is about 4 feet away. I don't know what to do with it to protect it and make it grow up beautiful. Any suggestions. I live in east central Illinois and it was about 96 degrees here today.
I planted a red colored clematis in the shade near sun and it is about 5 inches tall now.?
Mine are on the east side of the house, they get about 5 or 6 hours of morning sun. Give it a bit of plant food every two weeks and be sure to water it. Good luck!
Reply:Clematis need to be feed/fertilized regularly, they are heavy feeders. They need a fair amount of water, full sun/part shade, and shaded roots.
I planted a perennial about 8" from the rootball of my clematis to shade it.
Your biggest issue is going to be the shade.
Here's some more info for you.
Reply:Clematis wants shady roots but sun for the leaves. Try going to this website for a discussion of how to take care of your clematis:
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I planted a red colored clematis in the shade near sun and it is about 5 inches tall now.?
Mine are on the east side of the house, they get about 5 or 6 hours of morning sun. Give it a bit of plant food every two weeks and be sure to water it. Good luck!
Reply:Clematis need to be feed/fertilized regularly, they are heavy feeders. They need a fair amount of water, full sun/part shade, and shaded roots.
I planted a perennial about 8" from the rootball of my clematis to shade it.
Your biggest issue is going to be the shade.
Here's some more info for you.
Reply:Clematis wants shady roots but sun for the leaves. Try going to this website for a discussion of how to take care of your clematis:
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I have a huge clematis. I cut it back in mid March. It bloomed profusely through May and early June.?
It has stopped blooming and much of the under part is dead. Can I cut it back now and thin it out? Will it come back this year?
I have a huge clematis. I cut it back in mid March. It bloomed profusely through May and early June.?
I dont think it will rebloom again, I think its season is over. As long as you dont thin out to much or cut down to close to ground its ok. I leave mine alone tho,except to trim out dryed areas,then in late Sept I cut down to about 12-14" from ground.
Reply:I would say wait until the fall like the other poster said. Mine is still blooming and has quite a few buds that won't be opening for a little while. I would say wait until. I took out the dead stuff in mine in the early spring, since I didn't last year. I would wait until the fall. Some of mine looked dead, but wasn't really.
If you're asking if it will bloom again, i would say probably not.
Reply:Wait until the fall to do that.
Reply:We had one of them and ended up taking it out because it overtook the place! They're just uncontrollable. I think you can cut it back now because it grows back whatever you do to it!
I have a huge clematis. I cut it back in mid March. It bloomed profusely through May and early June.?
I dont think it will rebloom again, I think its season is over. As long as you dont thin out to much or cut down to close to ground its ok. I leave mine alone tho,except to trim out dryed areas,then in late Sept I cut down to about 12-14" from ground.
Reply:I would say wait until the fall like the other poster said. Mine is still blooming and has quite a few buds that won't be opening for a little while. I would say wait until. I took out the dead stuff in mine in the early spring, since I didn't last year. I would wait until the fall. Some of mine looked dead, but wasn't really.
If you're asking if it will bloom again, i would say probably not.
Reply:Wait until the fall to do that.
Reply:We had one of them and ended up taking it out because it overtook the place! They're just uncontrollable. I think you can cut it back now because it grows back whatever you do to it!
My clematis has loads of buds but they shrivel up before flowering the plant looks really healthy though?
could be wilt! try a spray for this from a garden centre, then you know you will get the best one.
My clematis has loads of buds but they shrivel up before flowering the plant looks really healthy though?
Give your clematis more water.
My clematis has loads of buds but they shrivel up before flowering the plant looks really healthy though?
Give your clematis more water.
Can anyone give me the names of any green or green and white flowering Clematis. Preferably the latin name.?
http://hummingbirdfarm.net/alba_luxurian... -
Alba Luxurians Clematis
I also found an interesting website with white clematis that are privately bred - check out "tongue curl" %26amp; "Whyte's Wedding" http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/rickstevens/c...
Alba Luxurians Clematis
I also found an interesting website with white clematis that are privately bred - check out "tongue curl" %26amp; "Whyte's Wedding" http://myweb.tiscali.co.uk/rickstevens/c...
When can i cut back my honeysuckle and clematis?I?
Well, the Clematis can be problematic as you probably don't know which pruning category it belongs in. That's ok-most people don't. Wait till Spring and then watch for the first sign of green on the vine. Trim the branches just above the highest spot of green on each. I've been doing this for years and my Clematis thrive. Good luck---
When can i cut back my honeysuckle and clematis?I?
Clematis can be trimmed after it flowers. Check your variety as there are , I believe, 4 pruning schedules for clematis depending on the variety and time of blooming.
Hneysuckle should be tidied up before winter to prevent molds, but early spring is OK too.
Reply:Josie, if your Clematis is an early flowering variety you should cut just the growing tips off now, if it is a late flowering one cut it back to approx' 3-4 inches above ground level. The honeysuckle can also be cut back fairly hard now before the weather starts getting warm enough to start it into bud. If you are growing the honeysuckle over an arch then just cut off the straggly bits and tips it.
Reply:Honeysuckle can be pruned late winter/early spring, before new growth begins.
As for the clematis, it depends on the variety.
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When can i cut back my honeysuckle and clematis?I?
Clematis can be trimmed after it flowers. Check your variety as there are , I believe, 4 pruning schedules for clematis depending on the variety and time of blooming.
Hneysuckle should be tidied up before winter to prevent molds, but early spring is OK too.
Reply:Josie, if your Clematis is an early flowering variety you should cut just the growing tips off now, if it is a late flowering one cut it back to approx' 3-4 inches above ground level. The honeysuckle can also be cut back fairly hard now before the weather starts getting warm enough to start it into bud. If you are growing the honeysuckle over an arch then just cut off the straggly bits and tips it.
Reply:Honeysuckle can be pruned late winter/early spring, before new growth begins.
As for the clematis, it depends on the variety.
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I'm looking for a free catalog to buy plants bya bulk, hostas perennials,clematis.?
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Need to know how best to look after Clematis over the cold months and if/when they should be cut back.?
Clematis are in 2 groups. You need to determine which group yours is. If you Google it you should be able to find out.
If it,s the group that needs to be cut down each year, I used to do mine every February. Cut it all the way down to about 12 inches from the ground, you have to be quite ruthless. It will bloom in all it's glory each year and grow back to it's last years length.
But do determine which group you are in......happy gardening!!
By the way....Clematis need to have their feet cool (a shady spot) but their heads in full sunshine. And don't forget to feed them.
Need to know how best to look after Clematis over the cold months and if/when they should be cut back.?
no need to worry about winter, they are very strong.
Reply:They'll be ok in the cold.
Early flowerers should be cut back in Autumn. Late flowerers should be cut back in Spring.
Keep the root systems out of direct sunlight.
Reply:If you know what kind of clematis you have you can look up which type of pruning it needs, if any. If you don't know you can just prune it back to a bud in early spring, or don't prune it at all and see how it does. Its a good idea to make sure your clematis is planted a few inches deeper than it was in its pot, to keep it from dying back entirely. They are fine in winter, just look ugly then. In spring feed it some epsom salts and tomato food.
Reply:Different varieties should be pruned differently. You'll need to specify what type you've got, to get the info straight.
Some varieties like to be trimmed and shaped in the fall or spring, depending on whether they bloom on old or new growth. Best rule of thumb: If it blooms early, it blooms on last year's growth, so prune as soon at the bloom is finished each spring. If it blooms late, it blooms on this year's growth, so clean up the plants in very early spring (Feb or March in most places). On the very early flowering varieties, it's best to not prune too hard after each year's production. The mid-summer and later blooming varieties can be worked over pretty hard to get more branching for the following year's bloom.
As to winter care, clematis are quite hardy and if you're in temperate zones, you'll not need to do anything much to keep it alive over the winter. Mulch to keep roots a bit insulated and you're good to go.
Reply:i live in glasgow and i never touch my clematis and they thrive.
Reply:If it's a spring flowering Clematis Montana, it doesn't need pruning, only if it outgrows the space. Large summer flowering hybrids should be cut to about 12 inches in autumn or winter.
Reply:Clematis is very tough and will not freeze.
In the winter it will adopt that "dried / dead plant" look so that just before spring it will typically look, to the untrained eye, like it has died. I actually know some people who cut down a huge Clematis because they thought it was dead - thus depriving themselves of a huge and beautiful plant on the side of their terrace!
It does not need to be cut back. But it grows quite quickly and you may find yourself having to cull it to prevent any "invasion" ;-)
Hope this helps
Reply:If your plant is south facing and protected from wind and frost
a mulch around the base should protect the root do not prune
the plant at all flowers grow from this years growth .the plant takes on a dead look !. this is normal next year you will have loads more flowers put a wire across the area the plant is near or trellis .tip remove dead flowerheads
Reply:have cut mine right back just leave them and they will grow back
Reply:just one line you need to learn flowers before june do not prune after that as low as you like
If it,s the group that needs to be cut down each year, I used to do mine every February. Cut it all the way down to about 12 inches from the ground, you have to be quite ruthless. It will bloom in all it's glory each year and grow back to it's last years length.
But do determine which group you are in......happy gardening!!
By the way....Clematis need to have their feet cool (a shady spot) but their heads in full sunshine. And don't forget to feed them.
Need to know how best to look after Clematis over the cold months and if/when they should be cut back.?
no need to worry about winter, they are very strong.
Reply:They'll be ok in the cold.
Early flowerers should be cut back in Autumn. Late flowerers should be cut back in Spring.
Keep the root systems out of direct sunlight.
Reply:If you know what kind of clematis you have you can look up which type of pruning it needs, if any. If you don't know you can just prune it back to a bud in early spring, or don't prune it at all and see how it does. Its a good idea to make sure your clematis is planted a few inches deeper than it was in its pot, to keep it from dying back entirely. They are fine in winter, just look ugly then. In spring feed it some epsom salts and tomato food.
Reply:Different varieties should be pruned differently. You'll need to specify what type you've got, to get the info straight.
Some varieties like to be trimmed and shaped in the fall or spring, depending on whether they bloom on old or new growth. Best rule of thumb: If it blooms early, it blooms on last year's growth, so prune as soon at the bloom is finished each spring. If it blooms late, it blooms on this year's growth, so clean up the plants in very early spring (Feb or March in most places). On the very early flowering varieties, it's best to not prune too hard after each year's production. The mid-summer and later blooming varieties can be worked over pretty hard to get more branching for the following year's bloom.
As to winter care, clematis are quite hardy and if you're in temperate zones, you'll not need to do anything much to keep it alive over the winter. Mulch to keep roots a bit insulated and you're good to go.
Reply:i live in glasgow and i never touch my clematis and they thrive.
Reply:If it's a spring flowering Clematis Montana, it doesn't need pruning, only if it outgrows the space. Large summer flowering hybrids should be cut to about 12 inches in autumn or winter.
Reply:Clematis is very tough and will not freeze.
In the winter it will adopt that "dried / dead plant" look so that just before spring it will typically look, to the untrained eye, like it has died. I actually know some people who cut down a huge Clematis because they thought it was dead - thus depriving themselves of a huge and beautiful plant on the side of their terrace!
It does not need to be cut back. But it grows quite quickly and you may find yourself having to cull it to prevent any "invasion" ;-)
Hope this helps
Reply:If your plant is south facing and protected from wind and frost
a mulch around the base should protect the root do not prune
the plant at all flowers grow from this years growth .the plant takes on a dead look !. this is normal next year you will have loads more flowers put a wire across the area the plant is near or trellis .tip remove dead flowerheads
Reply:have cut mine right back just leave them and they will grow back
Reply:just one line you need to learn flowers before june do not prune after that as low as you like
How do I winterize clematis?
do I cut the vine back to the ground or leave it alone
How do I winterize clematis?
best bet is mulch 6" or so in the late fall after temperatures drop but before the ground freezes, un mulch in the spring after the last frost. watch how your clematis is growing, new growth out of the ground? new growth off 1 year old vines? don't cut it back yet wait till it flowers. flowers off 1st year (new) growth or flowers off new vines that started off old growth.
by doing this you will be able to determine how far back to prune in the spring of the next year to keep it flowering.
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Reply:Never ever cut the vines back. The new growth in the spring will come out on the old vines.
I made the mistake of cutting the vines back one year and it took another year for the clematis to gorw big enough to bloom. No don't cut the vines back. You really don't need to do anything to the plant it will die back on it's own for the winter.
Reply:Depending on variety you can cut them back or not. If they are a mess, like the one encountered this past spring, I cut all vines back to approximately 6" from the ground and it came back beautifully. I am not sure how old this one is though, since we just moved into this home last fall. I have some at the old home also, and have never cut them back yet because they are so young.
Reply:Leave it alone and place about six inches of pine straw mulch over the roots. This is what I do, and it blooms beautifully every year. I've had mine four years now and I live in North Central South Carolina if that is any help.
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Just saw the first ans. The mulch must be the key, not whether or not you cut it back!
Reply:Depends on where you live. If you have cold winters, cut the vines back to ground level, cover them with bark mulch, then with a sack or some kind of ground cover. If you live in a fairly mild climate - just cut them back.
Reply:Depends on where you live. I live in Oklahoma, my numerous clematis do fine without mulching or pruning. I only prune if there is some dead vines or it is getting out of hand.
Reply:I chopped some of mine fairly well alomst to the growund. however, it never really came back... turns out that there are different kinds of clematis (about 300 different varieties) and it realy depends on which kind you have... I would see if you can't figure oiut what kind you have before you start chopping it back. Check out the site below.
Good luck
Reply:I always cut mine down to about 4 inches then cover with mulch or a 5 gallon bucket. There might be a better way but mine always come back nice and full.Works for me.
How do I winterize clematis?
best bet is mulch 6" or so in the late fall after temperatures drop but before the ground freezes, un mulch in the spring after the last frost. watch how your clematis is growing, new growth out of the ground? new growth off 1 year old vines? don't cut it back yet wait till it flowers. flowers off 1st year (new) growth or flowers off new vines that started off old growth.
by doing this you will be able to determine how far back to prune in the spring of the next year to keep it flowering.
Reply:NJ, muskox excusing Chen Wei FHA,f couldn't
Reply:Never ever cut the vines back. The new growth in the spring will come out on the old vines.
I made the mistake of cutting the vines back one year and it took another year for the clematis to gorw big enough to bloom. No don't cut the vines back. You really don't need to do anything to the plant it will die back on it's own for the winter.
Reply:Depending on variety you can cut them back or not. If they are a mess, like the one encountered this past spring, I cut all vines back to approximately 6" from the ground and it came back beautifully. I am not sure how old this one is though, since we just moved into this home last fall. I have some at the old home also, and have never cut them back yet because they are so young.
Reply:Leave it alone and place about six inches of pine straw mulch over the roots. This is what I do, and it blooms beautifully every year. I've had mine four years now and I live in North Central South Carolina if that is any help.
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Just saw the first ans. The mulch must be the key, not whether or not you cut it back!
Reply:Depends on where you live. If you have cold winters, cut the vines back to ground level, cover them with bark mulch, then with a sack or some kind of ground cover. If you live in a fairly mild climate - just cut them back.
Reply:Depends on where you live. I live in Oklahoma, my numerous clematis do fine without mulching or pruning. I only prune if there is some dead vines or it is getting out of hand.
Reply:I chopped some of mine fairly well alomst to the growund. however, it never really came back... turns out that there are different kinds of clematis (about 300 different varieties) and it realy depends on which kind you have... I would see if you can't figure oiut what kind you have before you start chopping it back. Check out the site below.
Good luck
Reply:I always cut mine down to about 4 inches then cover with mulch or a 5 gallon bucket. There might be a better way but mine always come back nice and full.Works for me.
When should a Clematis Montana be pruned Autumn or spring?
and by how much
When should a Clematis Montana be pruned Autumn or spring?
Too give a simple answer:
Clematis are placed in 3 group catergories - Clematis Montana is a group 1 - i.e. minimal pruning needs - Although a vigourous climber they should flower in spring directly on last seasons growth.
Clematis Montana should be pruned hard once planted, and if becoming untidy you can prune in spring directly after flowering but pruning should be light, just enough to keep it with a nice shape and looking tidy.
If you do prune too much - it will recover the next year though.
I sugggest leaving pruning now till next year.
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When should a Clematis Montana be pruned Autumn or spring?
Too give a simple answer:
Clematis are placed in 3 group catergories - Clematis Montana is a group 1 - i.e. minimal pruning needs - Although a vigourous climber they should flower in spring directly on last seasons growth.
Clematis Montana should be pruned hard once planted, and if becoming untidy you can prune in spring directly after flowering but pruning should be light, just enough to keep it with a nice shape and looking tidy.
If you do prune too much - it will recover the next year though.
I sugggest leaving pruning now till next year.
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Clematis not growing?
I have 2 clematis in their 3rd year, they are both single spindly vines with 1 flower on each. I have the roots sheltered and they get water, full sun etc. What can I do to make them flourish?
Clematis not growing?
One problem could be the soil. Clematis do best in a slightly acidic soil. If the soil is very acidic or very alkaline it will impair the nutrient uptake of the plant. Buy a $1 soil pH tester to find out what your soil is. You should shoot for a pH of about 6.
Clematis don't actually require a sheltered root system more than any other plant. This is often a big topic of confusion among many gardeners. I have observed many clematis growing roadside in complete sun. Sheltering the roots can actually give you problems by leading to over watering.
Clematis usually don't respond well to heavy doses of fertilizer. If you fertilize them use a granular organic based fertilizer that is high in phosphorus and potassium (the last two numbers on the fert packaging). An organic fertilizer replenishes what micro-nutrients may be lacking in the soil and are typically slower release than chemical fertilizers.
Hope this helps!
Reply:You are either not fertilizing enough or simply using the wrong kind of fertilizer. I have 13 of these plants and give them all a little Miracid once a week from March through mid October.
You should see marked improvement within two weeks after you start this application.
Reply:Pinch off the new growth and it will grow bushier.
Clematis not growing?
One problem could be the soil. Clematis do best in a slightly acidic soil. If the soil is very acidic or very alkaline it will impair the nutrient uptake of the plant. Buy a $1 soil pH tester to find out what your soil is. You should shoot for a pH of about 6.
Clematis don't actually require a sheltered root system more than any other plant. This is often a big topic of confusion among many gardeners. I have observed many clematis growing roadside in complete sun. Sheltering the roots can actually give you problems by leading to over watering.
Clematis usually don't respond well to heavy doses of fertilizer. If you fertilize them use a granular organic based fertilizer that is high in phosphorus and potassium (the last two numbers on the fert packaging). An organic fertilizer replenishes what micro-nutrients may be lacking in the soil and are typically slower release than chemical fertilizers.
Hope this helps!
Reply:You are either not fertilizing enough or simply using the wrong kind of fertilizer. I have 13 of these plants and give them all a little Miracid once a week from March through mid October.
You should see marked improvement within two weeks after you start this application.
Reply:Pinch off the new growth and it will grow bushier.
Should a clematis be dead headed?
Yes, dead head Clematis but do not cut the dried vines - new growth will come from old vines in the future. Also, no matter what you do clematis likes a "hot head %26amp; cool feet." Put a rock over the bottom of the plant and do not mess with the roots - that's the fastest way to snuff the life out of any self-respecting clematis.
Should a clematis be dead headed?
I practice dead heading on all flowering plants for longer flowering cycle and fuller, healthier looking vegetation.
Reply:You could, but then you wouldn't get those cool spirally seed heads.
Reply:what's that?
Should a clematis be dead headed?
I practice dead heading on all flowering plants for longer flowering cycle and fuller, healthier looking vegetation.
Reply:You could, but then you wouldn't get those cool spirally seed heads.
Reply:what's that?
Zone 6-7 When can I move my Clematis?
I have a wonderful Clematis that blooms on only new wood and I have to move it is it alright to move now or wait until spring?
Zone 6-7 When can I move my Clematis?
I suggest that you move the Clematis in the fall,this will give it the time needed to establish itself before winter. To aid the plants transition use a root stimulator ( not a rooting hormone). Happy Gardening!!
Reply:I would wait until fall, or when the temps will be cooler for a week or so. Don't forget that the roots like to be mulched!
Zone 6-7 When can I move my Clematis?
I suggest that you move the Clematis in the fall,this will give it the time needed to establish itself before winter. To aid the plants transition use a root stimulator ( not a rooting hormone). Happy Gardening!!
Reply:I would wait until fall, or when the temps will be cooler for a week or so. Don't forget that the roots like to be mulched!
Is this a good chinese herb clematis? it suppose to be for low back pain.?
Could you rephrase your question?
You may also want to find a different category to ask your question. Yahoo put it in the Garden %26amp; Landscape catagory because of the words "herb" and "clematis". I'm sure there is a health and remedy catagory.
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You may also want to find a different category to ask your question. Yahoo put it in the Garden %26amp; Landscape catagory because of the words "herb" and "clematis". I'm sure there is a health and remedy catagory.
Does clematis bloom more than once, or does it keep reblooming?
It depends on the clematis Hon.
Most of the older varieties, like Jackmaniii and Will Goodwin, will have a relatively long bloom time, but bloom only once a year. Same goes for the paniculata type ("Sweet Autumn"). But some of the newer hybrids have more than one bloom cycle a year.
One that I have is "Gypsy Queen"...it has lovely deep-purple flowers like Jackmanii, but blooms up to THREE seperate times a year! Go to a local nursery where the employees actually know about the plants they sell (NOT WAl-Mart or Home Depot) and tell them you want a repeat-bloomer clematis.
Does clematis bloom more than once, or does it keep reblooming?
Yeah it keeps blooming and will even come back next year.
Reply:It blooms once a season, but is a perennial and will come back every year.
Most of the older varieties, like Jackmaniii and Will Goodwin, will have a relatively long bloom time, but bloom only once a year. Same goes for the paniculata type ("Sweet Autumn"). But some of the newer hybrids have more than one bloom cycle a year.
One that I have is "Gypsy Queen"...it has lovely deep-purple flowers like Jackmanii, but blooms up to THREE seperate times a year! Go to a local nursery where the employees actually know about the plants they sell (NOT WAl-Mart or Home Depot) and tell them you want a repeat-bloomer clematis.
Does clematis bloom more than once, or does it keep reblooming?
Yeah it keeps blooming and will even come back next year.
Reply:It blooms once a season, but is a perennial and will come back every year.
How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
I just planted them today. I have 2 clematis', one is a foot and a half tall, the other is about half a foot (its because there different species) And there are no blooms yet. My hygrangea is a little more than a foot tall with no blooms yet. How tall with they grow to in the summer by like augest? thanks in advance
How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
Without knowing the growing conditions and variety of plant there is no meaningful answer.
Why don't you look up the info using Yahoo or other search engine.
How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
Without knowing the growing conditions and variety of plant there is no meaningful answer.
Why don't you look up the info using Yahoo or other search engine.
I have a tall clematis with lots of foliage but no blooms. Receives AM sun, roots are shaded.?
I have fertilized with a bloom booster and still no results. Also I was just given another Clematis and it states to plant in the shade. Will they flower in all shade?
I have a tall clematis with lots of foliage but no blooms. Receives AM sun, roots are shaded.?
You don't plant clematis in the shade! That is why it's not blooming, sun, sun, sun.
I have a tall clematis with lots of foliage but no blooms. Receives AM sun, roots are shaded.?
You don't plant clematis in the shade! That is why it's not blooming, sun, sun, sun.
How do i prune a clematis montana?
After leaf fall prune it back to ground leavel
How do i prune a clematis montana?
Take a saw to it, matey peeps.
Reply:i not a plant expert but i bought one last year and after all leaves had died off and turned woody i cut back all that years growth to the main stems and has come back really bushy with loads of flower buds this year hope this helps !!!!
Reply:ALWAYS BE CAREFUL WHEN YOUR TRIMMING A BUSH AS IT CAN BE QUITE TRICKY. YOU DONT WANT TO GET PIERCED BY ITS PRICKLES.
Reply:not sure but i am tony montana, lol.
Reply:Wait till late Autumn, then prune it very low. Don't worry about how little you are leaving. I do mine every year,and it grows like crazy the next spring
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How do i prune a clematis montana?
Take a saw to it, matey peeps.
Reply:i not a plant expert but i bought one last year and after all leaves had died off and turned woody i cut back all that years growth to the main stems and has come back really bushy with loads of flower buds this year hope this helps !!!!
Reply:ALWAYS BE CAREFUL WHEN YOUR TRIMMING A BUSH AS IT CAN BE QUITE TRICKY. YOU DONT WANT TO GET PIERCED BY ITS PRICKLES.
Reply:not sure but i am tony montana, lol.
Reply:Wait till late Autumn, then prune it very low. Don't worry about how little you are leaving. I do mine every year,and it grows like crazy the next spring
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Clematis and Japanese Wysteria?
i have 2 young wysteria vines comming froma friend, these vines are taken from cuttings but still wont flower for at least 2 yrs.
I already have wysteria growing up a trellis doing great, i LOVE it, now i find myself looking for places to put these 2 new vines.
right now i have a bed on either side of my large french doors. there is young clematis growing up either side. which will be cut back to 12" after the sweet autumn has done flowering.
I was wondering if i could plant the wysteria vines in the same beds as the clematis (one on either side of the doors).
Would the whysteria choke out the clematis? or viseversa would the clematis choke the wysteria? id think the clematis would climb through the wysteria making it a gorgeous all season show of flowers.
would that work without killing the plants? (there is plenty of room for the wysterias roots to spread, im just worried abotu it chocking my clematis vines.
I was wondering if i cou
Clematis and Japanese Wysteria?
There are apparently two schools of thought on this specific question. The one is that, as you say, when the clematis is cut down you still have the wisteria as a focal point of interest; the other is that the clematis, being less aggressive, may be choked out by the wisteria.
My suggestion would be to try it, see if you like the effect, and over the years you could always transplant the clematis if it just doesn't thrive.
There is a link below showing how to prepare for the planting of these, as well as two links showing the differing arguments.
Happy Gardening!!!
Reply:The main problem with Wisteria is the weight. You will need a large arbour to hold up these plants as they reach maturity, their vines look like tree trunks and will pull down anything but the most sturdy of structures. Hopefully your Wisteria will bloom in two years, some take up to seven.
I agree that it would be lovely to intertwine the two plants and would go ahead and do it. Just make sure that you add enough fertilizer. Good luck and remember to take a lot of before and after pictues.
Reply:I'd pretty much guarantee the Wisteria would win that battle in no time.
I already have wysteria growing up a trellis doing great, i LOVE it, now i find myself looking for places to put these 2 new vines.
right now i have a bed on either side of my large french doors. there is young clematis growing up either side. which will be cut back to 12" after the sweet autumn has done flowering.
I was wondering if i could plant the wysteria vines in the same beds as the clematis (one on either side of the doors).
Would the whysteria choke out the clematis? or viseversa would the clematis choke the wysteria? id think the clematis would climb through the wysteria making it a gorgeous all season show of flowers.
would that work without killing the plants? (there is plenty of room for the wysterias roots to spread, im just worried abotu it chocking my clematis vines.
I was wondering if i cou
Clematis and Japanese Wysteria?
There are apparently two schools of thought on this specific question. The one is that, as you say, when the clematis is cut down you still have the wisteria as a focal point of interest; the other is that the clematis, being less aggressive, may be choked out by the wisteria.
My suggestion would be to try it, see if you like the effect, and over the years you could always transplant the clematis if it just doesn't thrive.
There is a link below showing how to prepare for the planting of these, as well as two links showing the differing arguments.
Happy Gardening!!!
Reply:The main problem with Wisteria is the weight. You will need a large arbour to hold up these plants as they reach maturity, their vines look like tree trunks and will pull down anything but the most sturdy of structures. Hopefully your Wisteria will bloom in two years, some take up to seven.
I agree that it would be lovely to intertwine the two plants and would go ahead and do it. Just make sure that you add enough fertilizer. Good luck and remember to take a lot of before and after pictues.
Reply:I'd pretty much guarantee the Wisteria would win that battle in no time.
When is the best time of year to prune clematis?
I found a simple way of remembering which clematis to prune when is to watch what time of year it flowers.
All clematis fall into 3 groups, gp 1, 2 or 3. depending on flowering time.
If it flowers before June (gp 1) eg C Montana var Rubens - then no pruning necessary unless outgrown its space
If it flowers after June (gp 2) then needs cutting back to approx 30cm from the ground each spring (March).
If it flowers in winter (gp 3) eg. C.cirrhosa var Balaraeca, then no pruning necessary unless it has outgrown its space.
Generally:
Gp 1 clematis flowers on 1 year old wood so if you prune it back you will lose next years flowers.
Gp 2 flowers on this years growth so cutting back in spring will encourage better growth and more flowering.
Gp 3 flowers on this and last years growth so only prune if absolutely necessary
Watch your clematis and see when it flowers, that will then tell you if it needs pruning.
When is the best time of year to prune clematis?
It really depends on which type of clematis you have. Try sunset.com. I've wound their books to be a wealth of information!
Reply:Prune back in fall or early spring.
Reply:i prune mine in October,or march been doing it for several years and have not a problem,
Reply:there are three main groups of clematis,based on flowering time and habit.group 1 is made up of early flowering species such as the Alpina, Macropetala and Montana groups which flower directly from the previous seasons stems.Only weak, dead wood or over vigorous growth should be removed immediatly after flowering , the new growth will ripen in summer and autumn and provide next springs flowers.Group 2 are the hybrids and cultivars which bloom on the current seasons stems usually late april through to june, the new growth they flower on is produced in early spring so prune in feb-march before new growth starts.Cut back old stems to a strong pair of buds about 12 in above ground level or 6- 8 buds up thestem fom ground level.Remove any dead or diseased wood at ground level.The reason for not pruning this group directly after flowering is they often produce a later flush of flowers in late summer. Group 3 are the late flowerers with large flowers which also flower on current seasons growth.This group should also be pruned in early spring as for group 2. Evergreen clematis Armandii only to be pruned to control growth and remove old wood pref after flowering.
Group 1 early flowering species include
C.montana, C. alpina, C. armandii, C. cirrhosa, C. macropetala
Group 2 cultivars include Nelly Moser, Marie Boisselot,Barbara Jackman, Henryi
Group 3 ..Florida, Tangutica, Viticella
It should specify on the label on purchase which group your clem belongs to
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All clematis fall into 3 groups, gp 1, 2 or 3. depending on flowering time.
If it flowers before June (gp 1) eg C Montana var Rubens - then no pruning necessary unless outgrown its space
If it flowers after June (gp 2) then needs cutting back to approx 30cm from the ground each spring (March).
If it flowers in winter (gp 3) eg. C.cirrhosa var Balaraeca, then no pruning necessary unless it has outgrown its space.
Generally:
Gp 1 clematis flowers on 1 year old wood so if you prune it back you will lose next years flowers.
Gp 2 flowers on this years growth so cutting back in spring will encourage better growth and more flowering.
Gp 3 flowers on this and last years growth so only prune if absolutely necessary
Watch your clematis and see when it flowers, that will then tell you if it needs pruning.
When is the best time of year to prune clematis?
It really depends on which type of clematis you have. Try sunset.com. I've wound their books to be a wealth of information!
Reply:Prune back in fall or early spring.
Reply:i prune mine in October,or march been doing it for several years and have not a problem,
Reply:there are three main groups of clematis,based on flowering time and habit.group 1 is made up of early flowering species such as the Alpina, Macropetala and Montana groups which flower directly from the previous seasons stems.Only weak, dead wood or over vigorous growth should be removed immediatly after flowering , the new growth will ripen in summer and autumn and provide next springs flowers.Group 2 are the hybrids and cultivars which bloom on the current seasons stems usually late april through to june, the new growth they flower on is produced in early spring so prune in feb-march before new growth starts.Cut back old stems to a strong pair of buds about 12 in above ground level or 6- 8 buds up thestem fom ground level.Remove any dead or diseased wood at ground level.The reason for not pruning this group directly after flowering is they often produce a later flush of flowers in late summer. Group 3 are the late flowerers with large flowers which also flower on current seasons growth.This group should also be pruned in early spring as for group 2. Evergreen clematis Armandii only to be pruned to control growth and remove old wood pref after flowering.
Group 1 early flowering species include
C.montana, C. alpina, C. armandii, C. cirrhosa, C. macropetala
Group 2 cultivars include Nelly Moser, Marie Boisselot,Barbara Jackman, Henryi
Group 3 ..Florida, Tangutica, Viticella
It should specify on the label on purchase which group your clem belongs to
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Carli Gazoorian- Does a clematis like sun or shade?
Clematis like a lot of sun, but their roots need to be protected from sun. Find a sunny location to plant the clematis and then either mulch over the roots or underplant with a sun loving bedding plant to help block the sun from the root system.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Carli Gazoorian- Does a clematis like sun or shade?
Clematis like sun, but their roots must be shaded and mulched. You should add compost or well-rotted manure to the hole when planting. Clematis flowers are fragile and are easily damaged by wind. It is important to determine your type of clematis regarding pruning--some clematis bloom on the previous season's wood growth; some bloom on the current season's wood growth; some bloom on both.
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
Carli Gazoorian- Does a clematis like sun or shade?
Clematis like sun, but their roots must be shaded and mulched. You should add compost or well-rotted manure to the hole when planting. Clematis flowers are fragile and are easily damaged by wind. It is important to determine your type of clematis regarding pruning--some clematis bloom on the previous season's wood growth; some bloom on the current season's wood growth; some bloom on both.
Where in Liverpool can I buy a white clematis?
Most garden centres have them at the moment.
Where in Liverpool can I buy a white clematis?
B %26amp; Q? Garden Centre?
Reply:Try Marks and Spencers they have a nice selection or wait until you see a nice one in someones garden and take a slip of it when it stops flowering.
Where in Liverpool can I buy a white clematis?
B %26amp; Q? Garden Centre?
Reply:Try Marks and Spencers they have a nice selection or wait until you see a nice one in someones garden and take a slip of it when it stops flowering.
Can I take a cutting from a Clematis, re-pot it and grow it in the garden later.?
A bit like you can do with Roses.
Can I take a cutting from a Clematis, re-pot it and grow it in the garden later.?
Yes you can please check this link...
http://www.gardenaction.co.uk/plantfinde...
Reply:NO WAIT FOR THE SEEDS
Reply:Yes, I've done it.
However they do need quite a bit of care at the beginning.
Once you've taken the cuttings and prepped them dip them in a hormone rooting powder before potting up. They need a bit of shade and a little warmth to root. I put them the bottom shelf of my greenhouse staging. Keep them watered but not too moist and you should get some good results.
Reply:wait for the seeds and then pot
Reply:after it's flowered pot the seeds.
Reply:try dipping cutting into root powder first
Reply:yes,but you'll have to pin them into a pot securely for best part of the summer to let them 'take',then cut off from main plant and grow on until next spring then plant out.
let me know if you need any more help.
Reply:Yes you can but there's a lot of luck to it. I took 5 cuttings from a friends 3 years ago, dipped them in rooting powder and put them straight in the ground. Only 1 has taken, but it is beautiful this year and covered in flowers. It's worth trying and costs you nothing so give it a go and good luck.
Can I take a cutting from a Clematis, re-pot it and grow it in the garden later.?
Yes you can please check this link...
http://www.gardenaction.co.uk/plantfinde...
Reply:NO WAIT FOR THE SEEDS
Reply:Yes, I've done it.
However they do need quite a bit of care at the beginning.
Once you've taken the cuttings and prepped them dip them in a hormone rooting powder before potting up. They need a bit of shade and a little warmth to root. I put them the bottom shelf of my greenhouse staging. Keep them watered but not too moist and you should get some good results.
Reply:wait for the seeds and then pot
Reply:after it's flowered pot the seeds.
Reply:try dipping cutting into root powder first
Reply:yes,but you'll have to pin them into a pot securely for best part of the summer to let them 'take',then cut off from main plant and grow on until next spring then plant out.
let me know if you need any more help.
Reply:Yes you can but there's a lot of luck to it. I took 5 cuttings from a friends 3 years ago, dipped them in rooting powder and put them straight in the ground. Only 1 has taken, but it is beautiful this year and covered in flowers. It's worth trying and costs you nothing so give it a go and good luck.
Does anyone know how to deal with Mildew on a Clematis (Star of India) ?
Let them dry out a little and apply an all purpose fungicide.
Does anyone know how to deal with Mildew on a Clematis (Star of India) ?
There are probably commercial sprays, but have you heard of Jerry Baker? I think he'd recommend a mixture of diluted Listerine and dish detergent. He has a number of books and radio show on the weekend early.
Reply:I think you can get a spray for that, is it black spot? If so then yes you can as I have had it.
Reply:i just used washing up liquid and water.
Reply:My gran who was a very keen gardener used to use diluted biological washing powder in a spray to kill most bugs etc on her plants.
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Does anyone know how to deal with Mildew on a Clematis (Star of India) ?
There are probably commercial sprays, but have you heard of Jerry Baker? I think he'd recommend a mixture of diluted Listerine and dish detergent. He has a number of books and radio show on the weekend early.
Reply:I think you can get a spray for that, is it black spot? If so then yes you can as I have had it.
Reply:i just used washing up liquid and water.
Reply:My gran who was a very keen gardener used to use diluted biological washing powder in a spray to kill most bugs etc on her plants.
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How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
I just planted them today. I have 2 clematis', one is a foot and a half tall, the other is about half a foot (its because there different species) And there are no blooms yet. My hygrangea is a little more than a foot tall with no blooms yet. How tall with they grow to in the summer by like augest? thanks in advance
How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
by august ur hydrangras should be at least 5 ft tall and bloom in july or late june. clematis about 41/2 ft
Reply:I agree with first post. One thing that helped mine really take off was using coffee grinds as a fertilizer.
How tall will my hygrangea and my clematis grow this year?
by august ur hydrangras should be at least 5 ft tall and bloom in july or late june. clematis about 41/2 ft
Reply:I agree with first post. One thing that helped mine really take off was using coffee grinds as a fertilizer.
Can I plant the wall climber Clematis just now or do I have to wait till next spring/summer?
Pot-grown clematis can be planted anytime of year. The ideal time for planting is spring and early fall. Plant in well-drained soil.
In colder climates where temperatures drop below 0°F (-20°C) foundation planting and mulch are required to ensure a long life. High light and long days can be ideal growing conditions for clematis if a little care is taken when planting. Most varieties will survive and flourish. Double flowering varieties are usually not recommended in colder zones.
http://www.homeofclematis.net/html/pl_01...
In hardiness Z5 or below, be sure you plant the crown of your clematis at least 2" below ground.
you can actually bury your clematis up to its lowest leaf node -- even if there's a foot of vine before the first leaf! Your reward: a bigger beefier plant that will undoubtedly have more than one stem, which is the final, ultimate, hidden key to the perfect clematis vine.
http://www.npr.org/programs/talkingplant...
Deep planting encourages large-flowered cultivars to develop a healthy basal root crown of buds below the soil level as a precaution against sudden wilting. When the plant is in position, fill the area around the root ball with equal parts of good soil and potting compost mixed with the recommended amount of any general-purpose fertilizer. Gently firm the mixture around the root ball. Cover the base of the plant with additional organic matter used at the base of the planting hole, taking care to keep it away from the stems or vines. When mounded, it serves as a mulch to prevent excessive loss of moisture. Water the plant well, allowing at least 1 gallon of water per plant.
http://www.npr.org/programs/talkingplant...
Plant a low-growing perennial or shrub close to the newly planted clematis to provide some shade for the plant's root system %26amp; to prevent excessive loss of moisture.
Good luck! Hope this was helpful.
Can I plant the wall climber Clematis just now or do I have to wait till next spring/summer?
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Reply:You should be ok if you do it now, plant it quite deep, this is because if you get the common clematis wilt it will grow back. So plant the whole thing as deep as you can.
Reply:Plant it now and it will be ready for you earlier next year. Also you might get a good bargain at this time of year. Read the label to see what the prunning requirements are as some are just pruned lightly to clean them up, while others have to be cut to the ground every year.
Reply:Now's fine.Water in well.
In colder climates where temperatures drop below 0°F (-20°C) foundation planting and mulch are required to ensure a long life. High light and long days can be ideal growing conditions for clematis if a little care is taken when planting. Most varieties will survive and flourish. Double flowering varieties are usually not recommended in colder zones.
http://www.homeofclematis.net/html/pl_01...
In hardiness Z5 or below, be sure you plant the crown of your clematis at least 2" below ground.
you can actually bury your clematis up to its lowest leaf node -- even if there's a foot of vine before the first leaf! Your reward: a bigger beefier plant that will undoubtedly have more than one stem, which is the final, ultimate, hidden key to the perfect clematis vine.
http://www.npr.org/programs/talkingplant...
Deep planting encourages large-flowered cultivars to develop a healthy basal root crown of buds below the soil level as a precaution against sudden wilting. When the plant is in position, fill the area around the root ball with equal parts of good soil and potting compost mixed with the recommended amount of any general-purpose fertilizer. Gently firm the mixture around the root ball. Cover the base of the plant with additional organic matter used at the base of the planting hole, taking care to keep it away from the stems or vines. When mounded, it serves as a mulch to prevent excessive loss of moisture. Water the plant well, allowing at least 1 gallon of water per plant.
http://www.npr.org/programs/talkingplant...
Plant a low-growing perennial or shrub close to the newly planted clematis to provide some shade for the plant's root system %26amp; to prevent excessive loss of moisture.
Good luck! Hope this was helpful.
Can I plant the wall climber Clematis just now or do I have to wait till next spring/summer?
You're welcome! I appreciate your voting %26amp; letting me know it was informative :) Report It
Reply:You should be ok if you do it now, plant it quite deep, this is because if you get the common clematis wilt it will grow back. So plant the whole thing as deep as you can.
Reply:Plant it now and it will be ready for you earlier next year. Also you might get a good bargain at this time of year. Read the label to see what the prunning requirements are as some are just pruned lightly to clean them up, while others have to be cut to the ground every year.
Reply:Now's fine.Water in well.
How many leaves of clematis are needed to make a cup of infusion (tea)?
1/4 cup of leaves in one cup of boiling water
How fast does clematis grow in a season?
i have quite a few of these plants and the first year they seem to grow more slowly... 2nd year and up the grow like vines...up up and away...........lol
there are thousands of variates of the clematis and they are all beautiful
How fast does clematis grow in a season?
It really depends on the plant type . Autumn Clematis can grow
15 - 20 feet in a season, while the other types ( Nelly Moser , Jackmanii , etc, ) will average 8 - 12 feet . It does take a few years to get established , but once its well rooted , which can take a few seasons, it will grow quite reliably. It really does fit one description
of perennials that I like ...
The frst year it sleeps, the second , it creeps, the third , it leaps !
Reply:once established,,grows like a weed! takes a few years to get there,,,but then you will be trimming it often
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there are thousands of variates of the clematis and they are all beautiful
How fast does clematis grow in a season?
It really depends on the plant type . Autumn Clematis can grow
15 - 20 feet in a season, while the other types ( Nelly Moser , Jackmanii , etc, ) will average 8 - 12 feet . It does take a few years to get established , but once its well rooted , which can take a few seasons, it will grow quite reliably. It really does fit one description
of perennials that I like ...
The frst year it sleeps, the second , it creeps, the third , it leaps !
Reply:once established,,grows like a weed! takes a few years to get there,,,but then you will be trimming it often
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Any experts on Clematis?
Some of my clematis have withered and appear to have died lately. Do they die back in the autumn?
Any experts on Clematis?
Hi
Most Clematis are deciduous (loose leaves in winter), and it is completely natural for them to wither and fall off. If this is the case trim the plant in accordance to its flowering period IE; if it flowers in spring - do not prune till after flowering, if it flowers in summer or autumn cut back to 1m in spring (if it looks untidy lightly trim now)
However if the leaves were fine and suddenly wilted it could be Clematis Wilt, where the plant withers and seems to die in 1 or 2 days. Worry not though just prune to near the base and the plant will regrow next season. there is no chemical treatment for this disease and deep planting (5-10cm) below ground is the answer.
If you wanted your Clematis to be evergreen there are many excellent varieties to choose from. Armandii, Wisely Cream, Jingle Bells, Balearica, O. Valley etc, etc. of which some are fragrant.
Reply:This is normal - cut back now to 6" from the base and it will shoot again next year.
Reply:YES THEY DO DIE BACK,BUT LEAVE IT,BECAUSE IT CAN BUD AGAIN.ONLY TRIM IT BACK A BIT.MAKE SURE THE ROOTS AND PLANT BASE ARE SHADED.
Reply:Clematis Home Page
... T.H. Barker %26amp; Son Clematis Nursery, a specialist clematis nursery in the U. ... that it provides good reference information with expanded sections on planting, ...
www.ukclematis.co.uk
Reply:Yes and it grows back next year.
Reply:some are decidouse and will send out new growth in the spring.
Reply:There are 3 different kinds of clematis (on how they grow) below is a link explaining them) Hope this helps you out.
Any experts on Clematis?
Hi
Most Clematis are deciduous (loose leaves in winter), and it is completely natural for them to wither and fall off. If this is the case trim the plant in accordance to its flowering period IE; if it flowers in spring - do not prune till after flowering, if it flowers in summer or autumn cut back to 1m in spring (if it looks untidy lightly trim now)
However if the leaves were fine and suddenly wilted it could be Clematis Wilt, where the plant withers and seems to die in 1 or 2 days. Worry not though just prune to near the base and the plant will regrow next season. there is no chemical treatment for this disease and deep planting (5-10cm) below ground is the answer.
If you wanted your Clematis to be evergreen there are many excellent varieties to choose from. Armandii, Wisely Cream, Jingle Bells, Balearica, O. Valley etc, etc. of which some are fragrant.
Reply:This is normal - cut back now to 6" from the base and it will shoot again next year.
Reply:YES THEY DO DIE BACK,BUT LEAVE IT,BECAUSE IT CAN BUD AGAIN.ONLY TRIM IT BACK A BIT.MAKE SURE THE ROOTS AND PLANT BASE ARE SHADED.
Reply:Clematis Home Page
... T.H. Barker %26amp; Son Clematis Nursery, a specialist clematis nursery in the U. ... that it provides good reference information with expanded sections on planting, ...
www.ukclematis.co.uk
Reply:Yes and it grows back next year.
Reply:some are decidouse and will send out new growth in the spring.
Reply:There are 3 different kinds of clematis (on how they grow) below is a link explaining them) Hope this helps you out.
How big does clematis montana fragrant spring get?
how big does this type grow
How big does clematis montana fragrant spring get?
Montanas will just keep growing. They are the "weeds" of clematis - very hardy plants. I once really chopped my M. Rubens right back and thought I'd killed it, but no - back it came, bushier than ever!
Reply:All Montanas are prolific. You have to be prepared to cut it down in February to about a metre high.
Reply:Montana meaning 'from the mountains' is the clue that they grow so large they could almost cover one. So, unless you are willing to spend time keeping it under control or are happy to let it go and do it's thing I would suggest that you choose another.
The montana varieties flower just once in early summer, there are lots of clematis that will give a second flush of flowers.
You do not say what growing conditions you have, they are many different types of clematis so there will be one to suit where you would like to plant. Check with a specialist clematis nursery.
Reply:A clematis montana rubens in our garden covers a 15 metre high prunus amanagowa and has spread through all the branches-no chance of cutting that back!
It really depends on the position but the montana's a clue,meaning "mounting" and it'll grow as high as allowed.
Reply:Clematis Montana is huge. It can grow 25ft wide and 25ft tall
How big does clematis montana fragrant spring get?
Montanas will just keep growing. They are the "weeds" of clematis - very hardy plants. I once really chopped my M. Rubens right back and thought I'd killed it, but no - back it came, bushier than ever!
Reply:All Montanas are prolific. You have to be prepared to cut it down in February to about a metre high.
Reply:Montana meaning 'from the mountains' is the clue that they grow so large they could almost cover one. So, unless you are willing to spend time keeping it under control or are happy to let it go and do it's thing I would suggest that you choose another.
The montana varieties flower just once in early summer, there are lots of clematis that will give a second flush of flowers.
You do not say what growing conditions you have, they are many different types of clematis so there will be one to suit where you would like to plant. Check with a specialist clematis nursery.
Reply:A clematis montana rubens in our garden covers a 15 metre high prunus amanagowa and has spread through all the branches-no chance of cutting that back!
It really depends on the position but the montana's a clue,meaning "mounting" and it'll grow as high as allowed.
Reply:Clematis Montana is huge. It can grow 25ft wide and 25ft tall
I've just moved house and inherited a huge old clematis Rubens Montana. When should I prune and how far back.
The Montana is a particularly beautiful and early flowering clematis. If it were mine and I had the space I would NEVER prune it. However I realise that you might want to as they do grow everywhere!
I am really no help at all to you but glad to see that you are keeping the plant and not getting rid of it. take a picture of it before you prune, just to remind you!
I've just moved house and inherited a huge old clematis Rubens Montana. When should I prune and how far back.
This website gives you a few links to useful clematis websites.
The lady that runs this website adores her clematiseseses so she knows what she's talking about!
http://www.plocket.co.uk/useful_links.ht...
Reply:Montanas need no pruning but can be pruned to size. Once it has finished flowering remove all weak growth and any growth that you do not want. It comes under pruning group 1 for clematis.
NB Make sure once pruned you give it a good feed of compost mixed with manure. Clematis are hungry plants!
I am really no help at all to you but glad to see that you are keeping the plant and not getting rid of it. take a picture of it before you prune, just to remind you!
I've just moved house and inherited a huge old clematis Rubens Montana. When should I prune and how far back.
This website gives you a few links to useful clematis websites.
The lady that runs this website adores her clematiseseses so she knows what she's talking about!
http://www.plocket.co.uk/useful_links.ht...
Reply:Montanas need no pruning but can be pruned to size. Once it has finished flowering remove all weak growth and any growth that you do not want. It comes under pruning group 1 for clematis.
NB Make sure once pruned you give it a good feed of compost mixed with manure. Clematis are hungry plants!
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