Clematis flammula
fragrant virgin's bower / clematis (group 3)
This climber is semi-evergreen, so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new foliage appears again in spring.
- Position: full sun or partial shade
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
- Rate of growth: fast-growing
- Flowering period: July to October
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Masses of sweetly scented, pure white, star-shaped flowers from July to October, followed by silky-grey seedheads. The common name for this semi-evergreen or deciduous clematis - the fragrant virgin's bower - refers to the fantastic hawthorn-vanilla perfume that fills the air after rain. Perfect for growing through a tree or shrub in a well-drained, sheltered site in full sun. - Garden care: 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, avoiding the immediate crown.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
Goes well with...
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Clematis × triternata 'Rubromarginata'
clematis (group 3)
3 litre pot | 60cm cane
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Climber wall support - dark brown
H120cm (18cm legs)
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Vitax clematis fertiliser
900g
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Rosa 'Madame Alfred Carrière'
rose Madame Alfred Carrière (climbing noisette)
4 litre pot
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Rosa 'Paul's Himalayan Musk'
rose Paul's Himalayan Musk (rambler)
4 litre pot