Clematis Avant-garde ('Evipo033') (PBR)

clematis (group 3) (syn. Clematis viticella Avant Garde)

Eventual height & spread

Clematis Avant-garde ('Evipo033') (PBR)

clematis (group 3) (syn. Clematis viticella Avant Garde)

  • 3 litre pot | 60cm cane
  • £22.91 £26.95
  • available to order from summer
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  • Standard £5.99
  • Position: full sun or partial shade
  • Soil: fertile, well-drained, neutral soil
  • Rate of growth: fast-growing
  • Flowering period: July to September
  • Hardiness: fully hardy

Large, plum-coloured double blooms, each with a paler, frilly-looking eye first appear in midsummer, but repeat well until early to mid-autumn (although later flowers may not be fully double). Noted for its vigour and strength, but well behaved enough not to take over the entire garden. Ideal for larger-sized arches.

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.

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

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