CLEMATIS texensis 'Princess Diana'
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CLEMATIS texensis 'Princess Diana'
Commonly known as Virgin's bower
Miniature tulip-shaped pink flowers with a vibrant pink central bar which becomes mauve-deep pink as it nears the edge of the flower
£22.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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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
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)With yellow anthers -
Tulip5-7cm (2-2¾in) long
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Cottage garden
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Height
2-4m (6-13ft) -
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-clingingLate, small-flowered climber
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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
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Fertile well drained soilHumus-rich. Mulch in late winter.
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Full sun
Shade roots and base. -
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
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