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CLEMATIS x durandii
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Striking bright blue flowers on long stiff stems, good for cutting
£19.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes - Click to close
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Good to know
For best flowering cut back last year's stems to 15-20cm (6-8in) above soil level in early spring before new growth starts. -
Pests & Diseases
cutworms, aphids on young plants, whiteflies under glass. Clematis wilt. -
Place of origin
Garden origin. France. -
Deciduous
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Blue
With golden anthers -
SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Suitable for small gardens
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Town garden
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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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Height
1-2m (3-6½ft) -
Spread
1m (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-clingingNon-clinging - requires staking. Flowers have 4 to 6 sepals
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Full sun
Provide shade for roots and base of plant. -
Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits -
skin irritant
People
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Rabbit Resistant
View Planting Tips and Care Advice
Clematis - Growing Guide
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
