CLEMATIS 'Early Sensation'

Commonly known as Virgin's bower

Evergreen with pinnate leaves and sweetly scented white flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Finely-dissected, dark green leaves, bronzed when young.
  • White
    Yellow, often purple-tinged anthers
  • 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)
  • Full sun
    Provide shade for roots and base of plant.
  • Partial shade

CLEMATIS 'Early Sensation'

 
  • Additional Features
    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
  • Flower Shape
    Cup-shaped
    Bell-to cup-shaped flowers 5-8cm (2-3in) across
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or shrub border
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Suitable for small gardens
    Town garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf margin
    Entire
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Lanceolate
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Humus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
  • Toxic - Category C
    Skin irritant
    Rabbits. C. harmful if eaten
  • Wildlife
    Rabbit Resistant
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Clematis - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50

Vermin & Pest Control
Copper Tape
Quick and easy way to repel slugs and snails from your pots with this adhesive copper tape.
Only £7.50

Garden Goodies
Slate Plant Labels
These wonderfully tactile natural slate plant labels are hand made in Cornwall and come with a chalk pen. Just stick them in your pot or border. Pack of 6.
Only £10.00

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