Clematis alpina 'Pamela Jackman'
alpine clematis (group 1) (syn. Clematis alpina Pamela Jackman)
This enchanting deciduous climber, gracing the garden with its early to late springtime display, features solitary, creamy-centred, deep blue blossoms sspanning up to 7cm (2in) wide.
Adorned with white stamens, these nodding flowers, opening gracefully from slender buds, transition from bell to flat or gently reflexed, unveiling a delicate inner skirt in white. As the season progresses, the divided lime green leaves beautifully complement the whimsical, fluffy seed-heads that remain, enhancing the plant's allure.
A true garden gem, ‘Pamela Jackman’ is a small-flowered clematis that elegance, whether cascading over pergolas, walls, or fences or intermingling with later flowering shrubs such as Rhododendron and Philadelphus.
How to care for Clematis alpina Pamela Jackman:
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
Clematis need their roots to be kept cool and moist, so plant the base of these climbers in light shade or provide shading with other plants or a dressing of pebbles.
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.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
Eventual spread:
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
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Humans: Skin allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
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