Clematis 'The President'
early large flowered clematis (group 2)
- 3 litre pot | 60cm cane
- £20.95
- In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
- 9cm pot | 30cm cane
- £14.99
- available to order from summer
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- Standard £5.99
- Position: full sun
- Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to September
- Hardiness: fully hardy
Large, purple-blue flowers with handsome pointed petals and red centres from June to September. Since its introduction in the late 19th century this has been one of the most popular clematis. A free-flowering and reliable variety, it is ideal for training over a pergola or garden arch in full sun or partial shade.
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.
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.
- Humans: Skin irritant; Pets: Harmful if eaten
Goes well with
Clematis Crystal Fountain ('Evipo038') (PBR)
3 litre pot | 60cm cane
£32.95
In stock (shipped within 2-3 working days)
