Clematis 'Tie Dye'
late large flowered clematis (group 3)
- 3 litre pot | 60cm cane
- £24.95
- shipped within 2 weeks
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- Position: Full sun or partial shade
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well drained soil
- Rate of growth: Fast
- Flowering period: July to September
- Hardiness: Fully hardy
Bred from C. jackmanii, the violet-blue flowers of this unusual form are liberally splashed and streaked with palest mauve. Each petal too has a slightly ruffled and bumpy surface, which further adds to the appeal. 'Tye Die' provides an interesting contrast to other Clematis with a solid mauve, purple or white colouring, or can be teamed up with a pink climbing rose.
Clematis are happiest when their roots are kept cool and moist, so try to plant them where that the base of the plants will be lightly shaded by other, lower-growing species. Otherwise, use a clematis root protector, or top-dress the rootball (avoiding the immediate crown), with a generous layer of shingle or pebbles. 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 - again avoiding the immediate crown.
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
