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CLEMATIS cirrhosa 'Jingle Bells'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Winter flowering bell-shaped flowers of creamy-white
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EvergreenLeaves are slightly bronze beneath
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WhiteCreamy white
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Height3m (10ft)
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Spread1.5m (5ft)
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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-clingingEarly-flowering climber. Produces 4-to 5-sepalled flowers singly, or in clusters, follwed by attractive seed heads on previous year's growth
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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)
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Full sunProvide shade for roots. Shelter from strong winds
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Partial shade
CLEMATIS cirrhosa 'Jingle Bells'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowPrune after flowering if size needs restricting. Wildlife plant - early nectar and pollen for insectsPests & DiseasesCutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt
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Flower ShapeCup-shapedOpen, cup-shaped flowers to 7cm (2¾in) 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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Seasonal InterestSpringWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile well drained soil
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Toxic - Category CHarmful if eatenPets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbitsSkin irritantPeople
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WildlifeBee friendlyButterfly friendly
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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)
3 options from £3.00
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 £10.00