Clematis East River ('Zoeastri') (PBR)
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Embark on a lazy, summer journey with 'East River', a sensational and easy to manage deciduous perennial clematis whose dark green foliage provides the backdrop for a captivating floral spectacle. From early summer to its curtain fall in early autumn, this climber unfurls its large, frilly-edged purple flowers, adorned with vivid red streaks on the petal undersides.
How to care for Clematis East River ('Zoeastri') (PBR):
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where that the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles. In early spring cut back the previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about 15-20cm (6-8in) above ground-level and apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the plant - again avoiding the immediate crown.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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 irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
2 litre pot | 60cm cane
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