Clematis 'Carnaby'
early large flowered clematis (group 2)
This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: average to fast
- Flowering period: May to June and September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
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. - Garden care: 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.