CLEMATIS 'Early Sensation'

Commonly known as Virgin's bower

Evergreen with pinnate leaves and sweetly scented white flowers

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Pot size 2 to 3 Litre

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Plant Details

Flowering

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Good to know
Not self-supporting. Will scramble through small trees or shrubs. Pruning not usually required. If required, prune after flowering.
Pests & Diseases
cutworms, aphids on young plants, whiteflies under glass. Clematis wilt.
Place of origin
Garden origin. UK. G. Hutchins, Essex
Evergreen
Finely-dissected, dark green leaves, bronzed when young.
White
Yellow, often purple-tinged anthers
Cup-shaped
Bell-to cup-shaped flowers 5-8cm (2-3in) across
Fully hardy
Entire
Lanceolate
Ovate
Height
2m (6½ft)
Spread
1m (39in)
Ground cover
These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
Medium shrub
Typically grow to around 4-6 feet in height

Compact, early-flowering variety. Produces 6- to 8-sepalled flowers on previous year's growth followed by attractive seed heads
Hardy - average winter
Hardy 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)
Scented flowers
Spring Seasonal Interest
harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits
skin irritant
People
Rabbit Resistant

Planting Tips and Care Advice

Garden Location/Conditions

Border

Suits a mixed or shrub border

Cottage garden

Patio / pot plants

Suitable for small gardens

Town garden
Soil Conditions

Fertile well drained soil

Humus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
Sun Requirements

Full sun

Provide shade for roots and base of plant.

Partial shade