Alpine Clematis (Group 1)

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Position: full sun or partial shadeSoil: fertile, well-drained soil, neutral soilRate of growth: average to fastFlowering period: April to MayFlower colour: pale pinkOther features: fluffy seed-headsHardiness: fully hardySmall, delicate, bell-shaped flowers that are pale pink darkening to towards the base, with deeper pink undersides and cream anthers.

This is early-flowering clematis with flowers appearing from April to May followed by fluffy seed-heads.

A great clematis for a north- or east-facing wall or trellis.

Given suitable support it may be grown on its own or allowed to scramble through a strong shrub or tree.Garden care: No routine pruning is necessary.

If the spread of the plant needs to be restricted prune immediately after flowering, cutting back overlong shoots to healthy buds.

Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.

Vendor: Crocus.co.uk

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	£6.99