Clematis Charmaine ('Evipo022') (PBR)
early large flowered clematis (group 2)
This climber is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
- Rate of growth: average to fast growing
- Flowering period: June to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
The flowers of this distinctive clematis are a rich pinkish-red, but what's unusual is that they may appear as singles, semi-doubles or fully double heads, each growing up to 15cm across. The rich green foliage has a slightly lustrous finish, which sets off the flowers beautifully, and being relatively compact, it's ideal for pots. - Garden care: Remove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring, cutting all remaining stems back to where strong buds are visible. Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser and a mulch of well-rotted garden compost around the base of the plant in early spring.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten