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CLEMATIS armandii
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Creamy-white flowers and long leathery dark green leaves
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowIdeal near a house entrance for spring scent of vanilla. Prune after flowering to allotted space to encourage growth for next season's flowers.
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Pests & Diseasescutworms, aphids on young plants, whiteflies under glass,clematis wilt.
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Place of originChina, Myanmar, Vietnam. Introduced into the UK by Ernest Wilson (1876-1930) in 1900.
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EvergreenLarge, bold leaves to 15cm (6in) long by 5cm (2in) wide,
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Cream
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Saucer-shaped5cm (2in) across
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Oblong
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Height3-5m (10-16ft)
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Spread2-3m (6½-10ft)
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ClimberSome of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clingingVigorous, early-flowering climber. Produces flowers on previous year's shoots.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)
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Scented flowers
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eatenPets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits
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skin irritantPeople
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Rabbit Resistant
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Cottage gardenTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunProvide shade for roots and base of plant.Partial shade
Clematis - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
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