CLEMATIS montana var. rubens
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CLEMATIS montana var. rubens
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Bronze purple new shoots and rose-pink flowers
£18.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Prune to allotted space after flowering to encourage new growth for next season's flowers. -
Pests & Diseases
cutworms, aphids on young plants, clematis wilt. -
Place of origin
Western and central China, Himalayas. Original form (now lost) brought back by EH Wilson. -
DeciduousPurple-flushed foliage.
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Rose pink with cream anthers -
SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals4-sepalled flowers 5-6cm (2-2½in) across
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Incised
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Lanceolate
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Height
10m (33ft) -
Spread
2-3m (6½-10ft)
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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 winter
Hardy 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) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Full sun
Shade roots and base -
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
