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Clematis 'Ernest Markham'

late large flowered clematis (group 3)

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This beautiful summer-flowering clematis produces a mass of large, rich red flowers with creamy-brown centres continuously from July to October. It makes a perfect and reliable companion for a climbing rose in full sun. To ensure a long flowering period, only half of the stems should be hard-pruned in early spring.

How to care for Clematis Ernest Markham:

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.

Choose a spot with well-drained, fertile soil and ensure the location receives plenty of sunlight—at least 6 hours a day—for optimal flowering.

However, they prefer their roots to be cool and shaded, so plant low-growing plants or add a layer of mulch of well-rotted compost around the base, avoiding the immediate crown.

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.
Eventual height:
6m
Eventual spread:
1m
Position:

Full sun / light shade

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Fully hardy

  • InformationThis climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
  • InformationHumans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten

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RH30000383
9cm pot | 30cm cane
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3 litre pot | 60cm cane
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