CLEMATIS 'Early Sensation'
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CLEMATIS 'Early Sensation'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Evergreen with pinnate leaves and sweetly scented white flowers
£19.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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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 -
EvergreenFinely-dissected, dark green leaves, bronzed when young.
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White
Yellow, often purple-tinged anthers -
Cup-shapedBell-to cup-shaped flowers 5-8cm (2-3in) across
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BorderSuits a mixed or shrub border
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Ovate
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightCompact, early-flowering variety. Produces 6- to 8-sepalled flowers on previous year's growth followed by attractive seed heads
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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
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Full sun
Provide shade for roots and base of plant. -
Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits -
skin irritant
People
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Rabbit Resistant
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Clematis - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
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