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CLEMATIS montana 'Grandiflora'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Strong-growing hardy form with white flowers
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Deciduous
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WhiteWith yellow centres
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Height12m (39ft)
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Spread4m (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, profusely flowering, early-blooming climber with a few flowers later in the season
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Full sunShade roots and base
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Partial shade
CLEMATIS montana 'Grandiflora'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowIdeal for a north-facing sitePests & DiseasesCutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wiltPlace of originGarden origin
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Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petalsTo 7cm (3in) across
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Garden Location/ConditionsCottage garden
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf marginIncised
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Leaf shapeLanceolate
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Scented PlantsScented flowersSlightly scented
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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 CHarmful if eatenPets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbitsSkin irritantPeople
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit 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
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