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CLEMATIS montana 'Broughton Star'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Semi-double salmon-pink flowers
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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Shades of pinkAll shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Salmon pink with yellow anthers -
Height7m (22ft) -
Spread2-4m (6-13ft)
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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
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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) -
Full sunShade roots and base -
Partial shade
CLEMATIS montana 'Broughton Star'
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Additional Features
Good to knowPrune to allotted space after flowering to encourage new growth for next season's flowers.
Pests & Diseasescutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt.
Place of originGarden origin. UK. Vince and Sylvia Denny. -
Flower ShapeSemi-doubleTwo rows of petals with conspicuous stamens4-sepalled flowers 4-7cm (1½-2¾)in across
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf margin
Incised(see photos above) -
Leaf shape
Lanceolate
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Seasonal InterestSpring
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter
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Toxic - Category C
Skin irritantRabbits. C. harmful if eaten -
WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Clematis - Growing Guide
- Pruning
- Pruning Group 1 - Flowering mid / late spring
- Pruning Group 2 - Flowering late spring / early summer
- Pruning Group 3 - Flowering late summer / early autumn
- Training Climbers - Video Tip ondemand_video
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)
2 options from £6.00
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 £10.20
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