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  • CLEMATIS texensis 'Princess Diana'
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    CLEMATIS texensis 'Princess Diana'

    Commonly known as Virgin's bower

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    Miniature tulip-shaped pink flowers with a vibrant pink central bar which becomes mauve-deep pink as it nears the edge of the flower
     
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    • Good to know
      Now called 'Princess Diana' to avoid confusion with an old Jackman cultivar. Cut back previous year's stems to a pair of strong buds about15-20cm (6-8in) above soil level before growth starts in early spring.
    • Pests & Diseases
      cutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt.
    • Place of origin
      Garden origin.UK. Barry Fretwell
    • Deciduous
    • Shades of pink
      All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
      With yellow anthers
    • Tulip
      5-7cm (2-2¾in) long
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Lanceolate
    • Height
      2-4m (6-13ft)
    • Spread
      1m (39in)
    • Climber
      Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging
      Late, small-flowered climber
    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy 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)
    • Summer Seasonal Interest
    • harmful if eaten
      Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits
    • skin irritant
      People
    • Rabbit Resistant
    Planting Tips and Care Advice
    • Garden Location/Conditions
      Cottage garden
    • Soil Conditions
      Fertile well drained soil
      Humus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
    • Sun Requirements
      Full sun
      Shade roots and base.
      Partial shade
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