These are the plants we all associate with the word 'clematis'. They are big, bold, bright, colourful and though they look fragile are actually perfectly hardy down to - 20degrees C. The biggest drawback is that they can sometimes suffer from clematis wilt, a disappointing and deeply aggravating trait though it is by no means as common as is sometimes thought and careful feeding and siting can minimise this problem considerably. The range of colours and the sheer size of some of the flowers beggars belief - truly the Queen of Climbers. Treat them well - much is expected of them and they need plenty of food and water. In spite of their exotic appearance they are basically hedgerow plants - the adage 'feet in shade, head in sun' is perfectly accurate. They can be grown in containers or as specimen plants on their own, but, being sociable, look equally good in a mixed border. The doubled flowered forms look particularly astounding and will need careful siting away from strong wind and driving rain. In general, none of them like being battered though I have seen Nelly Moser and others thriving in a deeply inhospitable garden with howling winds coming off the Duddon Estuary. The owner said he had lost more than half his plants but those that survived got used to the conditions, taking a little longer to establish. There is something for everyone here, whatever the aspect, sun or shade, short or tall. The majority flower intermittently all summer or with a large flush of flowers in spring, followed by a smaller display in the autumn. Temp. Zones 3/4 - 9
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Prices: 2 litre plants from £6.50 - 4 litre plants from £12.50 - Available at the nursery only. See Introduction page for opening times

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