Clematis 'Fragrant Spring'
clematis (group 1) (syn. Clematis montana Fragrant Spring)
Fragrant, pink flowers with distinctive yellow centres in late spring, and bronze-tinted foliage. This vigorous, early flowering clematis produces a mass of flowers up to 9cm (4in) across.
Ideal for a north-facing site, 'Fragrant Spring' is best planted close to an entrance or path where the exquisite scented flowers can be appreciated by gardeners and pollinating insects alike.
Ideal for a north-facing site, 'Fragrant Spring' is best planted close to an entrance or path where the exquisite scented flowers can be appreciated by gardeners and pollinating insects alike.
How to care for Clematis Fragrant Spring:
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:
10m
Eventual spread:
3m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
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 allergen; Pets: Harmful if eaten
