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CLEMATIS 'Ernest Markham'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Large Flowered Summer Varieties
Petunia red with velvety sheen
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 knowRemove dead and damaged stems before growth begins in early spring. Trim remaining stems to strong buds.
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Pests & DiseasesCutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt.
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Place of originGarden origin (UK)
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Deciduous
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RedPetunia red with light chocolate anthers
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals10cm (4in) across, with 6 to 8 blunt-tipped sepals
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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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Height3-4m (10-13ft)
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Spread1m (39in)
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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-clingingLate, small- to large-flowered climber
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Summer 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 gardenSuitable for small gardensTown garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Sun Requirements
Full sunPrefers full sun. Provide shade for roots and base of plant.Partial shade
Clematis - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma