Delicious, raspberry-pink, early summer flowers edged in white with contrasting red centres and mid-green leaves. This beautiful, compact clematis is perfect for growing in a large, well-drained container, supported by trellis or garden canes. 'Carnaby' is best in partial shade to preserve the colour of the blooms from the bleaching effects of full sun.
How to care for Clematis Carnaby:
Remove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring, cutting all remaining stems back to where strong buds are visible. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of 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:
6m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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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.