Clematis 'Kaiu'
clematis (group 3) (syn. Clematis texensis Kaiu)
A vigorous but manageable late flowering climber, Clematis 'Kaiu' bursts into late summer with 2-3cm (1in) nodding flowers that emerge as tubular light grey-purple-pink blooms before maturing into elegant bell-shaped pure white flowers, their tips curving outward. A great contender for gracefully clothing obelisks, cottage garden trellises and arches, or for sending up to complement a climbing rose.
How to care for Clematis Kaiu:
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.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
3.5m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
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
3 litre pot | 60cm cane
£24.95
available to order from winter
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