Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens 'Lansdowne Gem'
clematis (group 1)
Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens 'Lansdowne Gem' is a stunning, winter-flowering climber, that will add colour and charm over several of the darkest months of the year.
Forming against the backdrop of leathery green leaves, a succession of rich claret coloured, bell-shaped flowers unfurl from bud, each revealing a contrasting boss of golgen yellow stamens.
The seedheads that follow are also attractive, and help create a prolonged seasonal display in a sheltered position.
Forming against the backdrop of leathery green leaves, a succession of rich claret coloured, bell-shaped flowers unfurl from bud, each revealing a contrasting boss of golgen yellow stamens.
The seedheads that follow are also attractive, and help create a prolonged seasonal display in a sheltered position.
How to care for Clematis cirrhosa var. purpurascens Lansdowne Gem:
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 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.
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:
6m
Eventual spread:
2m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
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